'The Electric Ride' Car Show, Food Truck Extravaganza Comes To Bridgewater

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — Bridgewater Mayor Dan Hayes and the Township Sustainability Task Force announce the “Electric Ride” Electric Car Show and Gourmet Food Truck Extravaganza.

The free community event will take place on Sept. 14 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Bridgewater Municipal Complex Courtyard. The Municipal Complex is located at 100 Commons Way, Bridgewater.

The event will include an all electric vehicle car show hosted by the New Jersey Electric Auto Association. Electric vehicle test drives will be offered by select car dealerships.

A live musical performance, “Music at the Monument”, will feature the local band Steel Groove. A host of Gourmet Food Trucks will be available to offer a selection of unique “street food” for purchase. The show is offered in support of National Drive Electric Week.

Electric vehicles (EVs) are now available at local dealerships and may provide a sustainable alternative to ordinary gasoline and diesel powered motor vehicles. It has been noted that EVs are quieter, quick off the line and provide a smooth response to power demand when compared to conventional vehicles.

The “Electric Ride” car show will offer residents the opportunity to meet with actual owners of EVs to discuss vehicle advantages. Dealerships will also be on hand to offer vehicle displays. Ride-n-Drives may also be available for certain vehicle models. Car dealerships scheduled to date include Bridgewater Nissan, Fullerton Ford, and Open Road SMART Center of Bridgewater, BMW of Bridgewater and KIA Corporate. Investors Bank will also be on hand to discuss vehicle finance options.

The event will also provide the culinary opportunity for residents to experience an array of “street food.” Gourmet food trucks including the Empanada Guy, Cupcake Carnivale and Luke’s Lobster Rolls will be on hand to provide food for purchase. Additional food trucks include New Jersey favorites Cheezen, Good Mood, Tony’s Travelling Trattoria and Amanda Bananas.

For more information on the event, contact Chris O. Poulsen, Director of Human Services, by at (908) 725-5750 or cpoulsen@bridgewaternj.gov.

- By Chris O. Poulsen

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