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Wheels, Work, and Wonder – All Electric, All in One Place

Bemidji, MN — Experience the future of transportation at the 2025 EV Car Show & Ride & Drive on Thursday, Oct. 2, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Beltrami Electric Cooperative. This free, family-friendly event invites the public to see, touch, and test drive the latest in electric innovation.

The event coincides with National Drive Electric Month, which runs Sept. 12–Oct. 12, 2025. This nationwide celebration raises awareness of the many benefits of all-electric and plug-in hybrid cars, trucks, motorcycles, and more.

Attendees can explore a wide range of all-electric vehicles and equipment, including sleek cars, rugged trucks, an electric Zamboni, a Bobcat all-electric compact track loader, outdoor power tools, e-bikes, and more. Ride & Drive opportunities include the Ford F-150 Lightning, Chevy Silverado, Polaris Ranger Kinetic, and Tesla Model 3.

Highlights include:

• Tesla Road Trip Adventure: Bob Gregg shares photos and stories from his cross-country journey from Bemidji to Banff in his Tesla Model 3.

• On the Ice: Bemidji Community Arena displays its electric Zamboni and explains how it maintains ice with zero emissions.

• The Future of Work: Ironhide Equipment showcases its all-electric Bobcat Compact Track Loader, combining stability and performance with zero emissions.

• Outdoor Power & Recreation: ACE on the Lake presents a variety of electric outdoor power equipment, including E-GO lawnmowers, snowblowers, e-bikes, and more.

Representatives from Beltrami Electric Cooperative, Minnkota Power Cooperative, and Otter Tail Power Company will provide information on off-peak rates and EV charging rebates. The first 75 attendees will receive a free EV Car Show t-shirt, and cookies and refreshments will be provided.