Mankato, MN (April 4, 2025) – The Mankato Area Foundation (MAF), in partnership with Recharge America, invites the community to Snell Motors (1900 Madison Avenue, Mankato) on Saturday, April 12, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., for a free day of electrified activities at the Recharge Mankato: EV Ride & Drive event.
This event, designed to showcase the future of electric vehicle (EV) technology, will feature EV test drives, electric bikes, exhibitors, food trucks, and more.
Event highlights:
- EV Test drives and ride along opportunities – each test drive or ride along raises $25 for MY Place and VEX Robotics.
- Electric bike showcase.
- Educational and workforce exhibitors.
- VEX robotics demonstrations, food truck, and family friendly activities.
“We’re excited to bring the community together for this hands-on experience with the technology that is helping drive our region forward,” Ashley Eimer, Vice President of Philanthropy at MAF said. “By embracing innovation, we are helping create workforce opportunities and a more sustainable future all while investing in our youth through MY Place and VEX Robotics.”
Register for a test drive here.
Learn more about Recharge Mankato.