Those considering making the switch to an electric vehicle or investing in greener home energy technology will have the chance to explore the latest innovations when the Going Electric Show returns to Newport later this month.
The free-to-enter event will take place at Newport Quay and Riverside on 19th July between 10:00 and 16:00, bringing together vehicle manufacturers, energy specialists and sustainability organisations.
Visitors will be able to view more than 40 new electric vehicles from 15 different brands, showcased by local dealerships Leslies and Premier Motors, Harwoods, Staddlestones, Central Garage and Van Mossel Esplanade.
The display will include everything from luxury models to more affordable cars suited to everyday life on the Isle of Wight.
Alongside the vehicles, several exhibitors will be showcasing home energy solutions, including solar panels, battery storage and heat pumps. Local companies, Island Renewables, Engenius and Solar and Renewable Installations Ltd will all be attending.
They will be joined by Octopus Energy, which will be providing information on its energy tariffs, alongside EVO Driver Training, OGO Electrical, MB Electrical EV and PolySolar, which will be exhibiting its range of flexible and transparent solar technology.
Green IW will also be on hand to offer advice on energy efficiency and available grants, while Keert and CycleWight will be promoting cargo bike deliveries and cycling across the Isle of Wight.
A programme of expert panel discussions, sponsored by Red Funnel, will run throughout the day.
The first session will explore commercial transport, with Simon Moye from Southern Vectis discussing the transition to electric buses, Anthony Molley outlining the electrification of the Co-op’s delivery fleet and Matt Whitaker, founder of Keert, speaking about the Isle of Wight’s cargo bike delivery service.
A second discussion will focus on the personal electric vehicle market, featuring Daniel Hillier-Mears from Premier Motors and Louis Vanassche from Leslies.
The final panel will look at the future of energy in homes, communities and beyond, with contributions from Joe Redston, Colm Watling of Green IW and Stephen Cockett from Wight Community Energy.
Refreshments will be available throughout the day from the Riverside Centre café, while Plaza Ices will also be serving visitors from its eco-friendly ice cream van.
Free parking will be available at County Hall and Seaclose car park, with disabled parking provided at the Riverside Centre.
The Going Electric Show is supported by Southern Vectis, the Co-op and Red Funnel.
I’ve been enjoying running my 2.4 litre diesel Mercedes.
Built too last, unfortunately EVs are
ok whilst under warranty, moment
warranty ends and battery is not covered
time to trade in.
EV’s were great when there were perks
No road fund fees and you could drive through the Big smoke
congestion charge free.
Now when visiting grandchildren one has to take the train.
Bring back EV perks, until then back to diesel for me.
Plenty of miles to the gallon and low road fund fees.
IT’S A WIN WIN WIN
Utter drivel … Ive just done 2500miles thru France, no problem charging, not banned from driving thru Paris, no range anxiety and for less than half the fuel costs of my old diesel motor.
I am not driving to France I am driving to London
£18 a day congestion charge in an EV
It never used to be.
Totally agree with you.
You Made a good point but the normal counter these days if they don’t have the same opinion is to deflect. (as in Gorman’s response)
My daily driver is 35 years old and I have owned it for 33 of those years. Apart from service items it has needed nothing major and it is now worth three times what I paid for it.
I very much doubt any EV will ever come close to achieving that…
Ditch EVs when warranty ends, once the battery goes the
vehicle is finished.
Stick with your MOT Exempt vehicle, it’s a no brainer.