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On March 23rd, the Saint Louis Science Center hosted our very first EV Ride & Drive event in collaboration with Ameren Missouri. Guests at the Science Center had the chance to take an EV (electric vehicle) out for a spin, learn about EV charging, and get a feel for how EVs can fit into their daily life during the free event. Participating in more than 150 test drives, dozens of drivers (and their families!) were able to experience what it’s like to be behind the wheel of an EV with 5-minute test drives on the Science Center campus.
Ameren Missouri hopes the experience will help guests better understand how EVs might fit into their daily lifestyle.
“These are the kinds of experiences we can offer our community when we get to partner with expert organizations like Ameren,” says Neville Crenshaw, Associate Director of Strategic Planning and Special Projects here at the Science Center. “Any time we can make new technology hands on and fun, we all win!”
The event included stationary displays of EV vehicles in Boeing Hall, offering guests the chance to see these vehicles up close, as well as live demonstrations at Energy Stage, EV trivia with prizes, and even a Blippi/Meekah Experience where guests could catch a showing of the “Coolest Cars Ever!” episode of the popular kids’ show filmed at the Science Center.
Showcasing their versatility, many of the vehicles available for a test drive were more than just economical daily drivers.
“One of these vehicles has more than 500 horsepower, and that’s by far the most powerful vehicle I’ve ever driven,” Crenshaw mentions. “One advantage to EV drivetrains is that maximum torque is available all the way down to 1 RPM. I know a lot of us look at EVs as a way of saving money in the long term or being more eco-friendly, but I think there are others who will be more drawn to the performance opportunities these vehicles represent.”
Thank you to Ameren Missouri for helping make this event possible!
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