Go Electric: Banbury

With the price of fuel rising and energy on the way up amidst growing costs of maintenance for traditional petrol and diesel vehicles, more people are looking into EVs as a possible way to cut costs. Charging EVs using cheaper overnight energy tariffs could reduce your costs considerably.

For some people, access to charging is via their own driveway, but what if this is not available? Then this is where you can find out more about how the council can support your journey to EV.

Cherwell District Council, in conjunction with Oxfordshire County Council and Let's Experience Electric, is pleased to invite you to come along to Banbury’s first Go Electric Event.

Come along, explore and test drive the latest electric vehicles (EVs), chat with experts, and find out what going electric could mean for you.

For many people, a new EV could be expensive, so why not find out more about used EVs at the event, as all the exhibitors at the event will supply these as well.

Speak to experts about home energy and how solar, heat source pumps, etc., could save you money.

Register for your FREE ticket now!

Join us for Go Electric: Banbury, a free, drop-in event for residents and businesses who want to find out more about electric vehicles (EVs), charging, renewables and the practical realities of making the switch.

Whether you’re simply curious, comparing options, or already thinking about your next vehicle, this is a friendly and informal chance to explore what electric transport could mean for you.

The event brings together EV providers, renewables, charging specialists and local partners to answer questions, share advice, and showcase a range of electric cars and mobility options.

You’ll also be able to speak to people with first-hand experience of driving an EV, switching to renewables and find out more about finance options, charging, and what to consider when switching to electric.

Some exhibitors may offer test drives on the day (subject to eligibility and availability). See the list below, as this list will grow over time. In addition to the test drives, we will also have numerous static cars from a variety of brands of all different types, small, compact, saloon, SUV, etc., for all tastes. Feel free to sit in the cars, check out the dimensions and ask any questions of the experts who will be there to answer any questions.

The event takes place at the Market Place Car park right outside the Castle Quay Shopping Centre, so pop in and see us all on the day.

What to expect:

• A range of EVs and mobility options on display, including electric bikes (e –bikes)

• Local experts available to answer questions on charging, costs, and ownership

• Renewables – Solar/heat Source Pumps etc
• Practical advice and information (no pressure to buy)

• Opportunities to hear from people who already drive electric

• Potential test drive opportunities (subject to eligibility and availability)

• A relaxed, welcoming community event you can explore at your own pace

Test drive experience

Test drives will be available to allow you to find out how much fun EVs are to drive!

To test drive at the event, you must have held a full UK driving licence for a minimum of two years and be over 21 years of age.

On the day you will need to bring:

• Your UK photo card driving licence

• A printed copy of your Personal Driving Licence Check and your ‘GET A CODE’ reference which you can create by visiting: https://www.viewdrivingrecord.service.gov.uk/driving-record/licence-number

• Your National Insurance Number

Once verified at the event, you will receive a wristband which you can then show to EV providers. Drivers will be informed of any specific requirements during registration.