Public/Media Night

Open to the Public and Media for free

Wednesday, September 7, 2011, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Venue: Burnham Ballroom

Panel Discussion: Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Myths and Realities

Panel Moderator: Randy Reisinger, Plug-in Vehicle Enthusiast and Entrepreneur

Panelists:
Tom Saxon, Director, Plug In America, Tesla Roadster and RAV4 EV Driver
Sam Ori, Director of Policy, The Electrification Coalition
Matt Childress, Co-founder, Illinois Electric Vehicle Association, EV Driver
Henning Lohse-Busch, Ph.D. Research Engineer, Advanced Powertrain Research Facility, Argonne National Laboratory

Panel Summary: This panel, comprised of EV drivers and experts, will discuss some of the myths surrounding plug-in vehicles and the realities of owning, charging and driving them. Expect to learn critical insights on what to look for when choosing an EV and what to expect from daily electric driving. Whether you’re considering buying a plug-in vehicle or you’re designing one, don’t miss this panel. You’ll learn some interesting facts about current and future electrically powered vehicles compared to internal combustion powered vehicles that may surprise you. Bring your questions and get answers about EV driving and ownership from those who know in the Q&A session.