Electrify Expo is coming to Chicago for the first time on Sept. 13-14, 2025, at NOW Arena. Marking the festival’s first-ever Midwest event, this makes Electrify Expo a nationwide experience, connecting consumers across the U.S. with the latest innovations and technology in electric mobility, event organizers stated in a press release.
Chicago’s debut comes just two weeks before the federal EV tax credit is set to expire. With consumer demand surging and automakers racing to meet new targets, Electrify Expo says that it will give attendees the unique opportunity to explore, test drive and purchase the latest EVs, e-bikes, e-scooters and more before key incentives phase out.
“Bringing Electrify Expo to Chicago is a landmark moment for us,” said BJ Birtwell, founder and CEO of Electrify Expo. “The Midwest is home to one of the largest automotive communities in the world, and now Chicagoans will get to experience the excitement of going electric at a pivotal moment for the industry. This isn’t just a festival, it’s a chance for consumers to explore new technology, get behind the wheel and make informed purchase decisions while incentives are still in place.”
Featured Events at Electrify Expo Chicago
Here are some of the highlights that attendees can expect at Electrify Expo in Chicago:
- Hands-On Test Drives & Rides: Attendees can drive the latest EVs from leading automakers on a dedicated test track.
- Lucid Gravity SUV Public Demos: For the first time in the Midwest, Lucid Motors will offer public demos of its luxury three-row electric SUV.
- #EVRealityCheck Stage Powered by GreenCars: Debunk EV myths and challenge common EV misconceptions with live expert discussions, real-world data and interactive Q&A sessions.
- Electric Avenue: Go beyond the showroom with live product demonstrations, hands-on experiences and direct access to top EV brands.
- The Solar Zone: Meet with a variety of solar manufacturers, retailers and installers to learn how Solar can power your home and EV.
- EV Charging Zone: Get expert insights on EV charging, infrastructure and range with interactive demonstrations.
- SIM Zone: Test your driving skills on high-performance racing simulators in a hyper-realistic setting.
- Electric Freestyle Motocross Stunt Zone: Watch X Games Gold Medalist Destin Cantrell and his team perform high-flying stunts on electric dirt bikes during live shows at select times throughout the weekend.
Electric Vehicles at the Show
The following are models that are expected to be either on display or available for unlimited demos:
- Chevrolet: Corvette E-Ray, Blazer EV, Equinox EV, Silverado EV
- Ford: F-150 Lightning, Mustang Mach-E
- Kia: Sorento PHEV, Sportage PHEV, Carnival HEV, EV9 ADVNTR, EV6 GT-Line, EV9 GT-Line and more
- Lexus: TX 550h+, RZ 300e, RX 450h+, RZ 550e, ES 500e, TX 500h, NX 450h+, UX 300h, LX 700h
- Lucid: Air, Gravity SUV
- Rivian: R1T, R1S
- Tesla: Model 3, Model Y, Cybertruck
- Toyota: RAV4, Prius Prime, Land Cruiser, Crown Signia, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma TRD Pro, Camry Hybrid, bZ4X and more
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