LA Auto Show Announces "THE ZEVAS" Award Winners
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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/ --
- Inaugural Award Winners Chosen by the Public Honors
- Most Popular Zero-Emission Vehicles for Sale or Pre-Order
- 2021 ZEVAS Celebration on Wednesday, Nov. 17 at AutoMobility LA
The Los Angeles Auto Show(R) [https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3360451-1&h=1895786073&u=https%3A%2F%2Flaautoshow.com%2F&a=Los+Angeles+Auto+Show%C2%AE] (LA Auto Show(R)), the leading automotive and lifestyle in-person event,
today announced the winners for its inaugural zero-emission vehicle awards
program—THE ZEVAS(TM)—powered by Electrify America, the nation's largest open
ultra-fast DC charging network. Winners were chosen by the public via two
voting rounds that occurred this fall.
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Nine winners were chosen from an initial pool of more than 90 qualifying
zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) that meet California standards and are available
for sale or pre-order. Thousands of enthusiasts, influencers, shoppers, and car
fanatics from Los Angeles and beyond voted for this year's diverse range of
winners—representing both legacy brands and exciting start-ups.
The 2021 ZEVAS winners are:
- Compact: Hyundai KONA Electric
- Coupe: Alpha Motor Co. ACE Coupe
- Crossover ($50,000 and below): Fisker Ocean
- Crossover (above $50,000): Tesla Model Y
- Hatchback/Van/Wagon: Canoo Lifestyle Vehicle
- Sedan ($60,000 and below): Tesla Model 3
- Sedan (above $60,000): Lucid Air
- Sport Utility Vehicle: Mullen FIVE
- Truck: Rivian R1T
THE ZEVAS winners and finalists will be honored in-person during AutoMobility
LA, LA Auto Show's media and industry days, at a special event hosted by E for
Electric YouTube channel creator and host, Alex Guberman, on Wednesday, Nov. 17
at the Los Angeles Convention Center.
"Our amazing community of car fans and LA Auto Show visitors helped make THE
ZEVAS a huge success, ushering thousands of votes to award this year's
winners," said Lisa Kaz, owner and CEO of the LA Auto Show. "Introducing this
first-of-its-kind awards program totally surpassed our expectations thanks to
the support of Electrify America and our automotive partners. This industry is
on a fast-track towards electrification and the LA Auto Show is excited to
showcase and celebrate it during our ZEVAS reception at AutoMobility LA."
A selection of ZEVAS winners will be on display and available for test drives
during the 2021 LA Auto Show, opening to the public on Friday, Nov. 19 and
running through Nov. 28 at the LA Convention Center. This year's LA Auto Show
will feature an all-new indoor test track—powered by Electrify America—where
visitors can compare new electric vehicles (EVs) side-by-side in one convenient
place. The 55,000-square-foot course will be housed within South Hall alongside
the exhibits of many new and returning automotive brands. Outside the LA
Convention Center, Electrify America also will be providing charging for LA
Auto Show's automotive partners. Registration for EV track test drives will
take place onsite in South Hall; slots will be available on a first-come,
first-serve basis.
Tickets are now on sale at laautoshow.com/tickets [https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3360451-1&h=3587692076&u=http%3A%2F%2Flaautoshow.com%2Ftickets&a=now+on+sale+at+laautoshow.com%2Ftickets]. Additional activations and experiences will be announced in the coming days.
For additional information on AutoMobility LA and the LA Auto Show, including
media and industry credentials, please visit: www.AutoMobilityLA.com and
www.LAAutoShow.com.
AutoMobility LA and the LA Auto Show will be operated in full accordance with
all safety protocols required by the Los Angeles County Department of Public
Health. Vaccination cards or a negative COVID test within 72-hours of arriving
onsite at the LA Convention Center along with masks will be required for
entrance to the show. Free onsite rapid testing will be available to those who
wish to test onsite. To learn more about LA Auto Show's safety protocols,
please visit: https://laautoshow.com/health_and_safety/.
About the Los Angeles Auto Show (LA Auto Show(R))
Founded in 1907, the Los Angeles Auto Show (LA Auto Show(R)) is the first major
North American auto show of the season annually and is widely recognized as one
of the most influential shows globally. Reflective of its location, the show
celebrates the love affair Angelenos have with their cars and offers a global
platform to industry technology and innovation, synonymous with California. The
show runs for 10 full days over the Thanksgiving period and is a must-attend
destination for many industry influencers, car enthusiasts and families wanting
to enjoy a day out over the holiday season. Held annually at the Los Angeles
Convention Center, the LA Auto Show contributes several hundred million dollars
to the local economy, stimulates the local job market, and is the number one
revenue generator for the LA Convention Center. In 2021, the media and industry
days, AutoMobility LA, will take place on November 17-18 and will include a
range of groundbreaking industry announcements and reveals. Doors open to the
public November 19-28. LA Auto Show is endorsed by the Greater LA New Car
Dealer Association and is owned and operated by ANSA Productions. To receive
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About THE ZEVAS
THE ZEVAS(TM) are the official electric vehicle awards of the LA Auto Show—the
nation's preeminent showcase for new zero-emission vehicles (ZEV). Launched in
2021, the awards program honors ZEVs available for purchase or for pre-order in
a variety of categories. For more information about THE ZEVAS visit
https://www.laautoshow.com/thezevas.
About Electrify America
Electrify America LLC, the largest open DC fast charging network in the U.S.,
is investing $2 billion over 10 years in Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV)
infrastructure, education and access. The investment will enable millions of
Americans to discover the benefits of electric driving and support the
build-out of a nationwide network of workplace, community and highway chargers
that are convenient and reliable. Electrify America expects to have more than
1,800 total charging stations with over 10,000 chargers in the United States
and Canada by end 2025. During this period, the company will be expanding to 49
states and the District of Columbia, delivering on its commitment to support
increased ZEV adoption with a network that is comprehensive, technologically
advanced and customer friendly.
Electrify America earned the "2020 EV Charging Infrastructure Best-in-Test"
award from umlaut, an independent testing & validation company, as published in
Charged Electric Vehicles Magazine noting the brand's accessibility and
seamless customer experience. Electrify America's Electrify Home(R) offers home
charging solutions for consumers with flexible installation options. Electrify
Commercial(R) provides expert solutions for businesses looking to develop
electric vehicle charging programs. For more information, visit
www.electrifyamerica.com and media.electrifyamerica.com
SOURCE Los Angeles Auto Show
CONTACT: Kat Kirsch, media@laautoshow.com
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