Chicago Drives Electric returns to Oakbrook Terrace this weekend with EV test drives

OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. (WLS) -- This year's Chicago Drives Electric event is your chance to get a firsthand look at the latest electric vehicles of the year.

Plus, get your electric vehicle questions answered, like how do I charge it at home, and would it work for my lifestyle?

This is the third year for Chicago Drives Electric at the Chicago Automobile Trade Association headquarters in Oakbrook.

The Hummer EV SUV is one of the vehicles available to test drive.

"Our hummer EV SUV is definitely our most exiting vehicle in our portfolio on the market," GM communications specialist Paige O'Hare

This event officially opens to the public Thursday through Sunday but you do need to register.

You can test drive any of these more than 30 vehicles - from hybrid to all-electric.

And if you are thinking trading in your current vehicle, you can even get your own vehicle appraised with a Cars.com expert Friday or Saturday for free.

"The fall Chicago Drives Electric event filled a void we originally didn't realize how badly it existed, bringing much needed EV education to residents of the Chicagoland area," said CATA President Jennifer Morand. "Whether you're a seasoned EV enthusiast or new to the world of electric mobility, Chicago Drives Electric offers something for everyone to discover."

The electrified vehicles available for test drives include:

Audi Q4 e-tron
Audi Q8 e-tron
BMW iX
BMW i4
BMW i5
BMW i7
Cadillac LYRIQ
Chevrolet Blazer EV RS
Chevrolet Equinox EV 2RS
Chevrolet Silverado EV RST
Ford F-150 Lightning
Ford Mach-e
GMC Hummer EV SUT
GMC Hummer EV SUV
GMC Sierra Denali EV
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Hyundai IONIQ 5 Limited
Hyundai IONIQ 6
Hyundai IONIQ 6 Limited
Kia EV6
Kia EV9
Kia Niro EV
Kia Sorento PHEV
Toyota bZ4X
Toyota Camry XLE
Toyota Prius Prime
Toyota RAV4 Prime
Volkswagen ID.4
Volvo EX90
Volvo C40 Recharge
Volvo XC40 Recharge

Attendees must pre-register for a timeslot; tickets and registration is now open at ChicagoDrivesElectric.com. Test drive slots are limited to first come, first served. Participants who plan to drive must have a valid driver's license. The hours are as follows: Oct. 3 (2-6 p.m.) and Oct. 4-6 (8 a.m. - 6 p.m.).

For more information, visit www.chicagoautoshow.com/about-the-show/chicago-drives-electric-2024/.