The show is designed to showcase the value of electric vehicles to the pocketbook, human health, and the environment. This is a free event.

The show will feature exhibits, mini-talks and Q&A sessions, and displays of many types of EVs by people who are currently driving electric. These drivers are excited to share their driving experiences with members of the public one-on-one.

The City of Annapolis’ participation will include one of its new electric transit buses. The public will be offered the opportunity to ride in this clean, quiet mode of transportation. City officials will also display its three-wheeler electric bicycles, its electric GEM carts and other educational material.

Environmental organizations have been invited to participate due EVs’ positive effect on the environment – as driving electric is one of the best things people can do to mitigate the effects of climate change. Fossil fueled vehicle exhaust accounts for about 28% of total US greenhouse gas emissions. The transportation sector is the largest contributor of US greenhouse gas emissions with light-duty vehicles (like cars and light trucks) contributing 57% of those emissions.

Among the topics to be covered in the mini-talks and Q&A sessions are:

·      EV Charging – what where and how

·      Financial incentives – for EVs and chargers

·      Cost of Ownership – fossil fueled vehicles vs. EVs

·      Climate Change – how driving electric help mitigate its effects

·      Road Trips – totally doable

Founded in 1980, EVADC is an organization of electric vehicle owners, educators and enthusiasts dedicated to promoting the use of EVs as an environmental and energy benefit to society. It holds regular monthly meetings, public displays, car shows and tech sessions to exchange information and advocate for driving electric.

The premier sponsor of Kick Gas in Annapolis is Blue Whale EV, based in Hanover. It is turn-key, Mid-Atlantic provider of EV charging systems The company oversees design, permitting, installation, inspection, activation, testing, commissioning, and preventative maintenance in all types of settings, from residential to commercial to the public sector. Blue Whale EV will give away 100 native pine tree seedlings to show its commitment to sustainability.

Blink Charging, an international company whose US operations are headquartered in Bowie is another sponsor of Kick Gas in Annapolis. It is committed to sustainability and reducing the carbon footprint of transportation as a leading provider of EV charging equipment and services.

The Sierra Club is a national sponsor of Drive Electric Earth Month and will be represented at Kick Gas in Annapolis.