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NAFA Ontario Hosts 2025 Ride & Drive

Fleet professionals turn out to check out the latest vehicles and services.

NAFA Ontario hosted their annual Ride & Drive on Sept 24th at the Pearson Convention Centre in Brampton, Ontario. The event was very well attended with many OEMs, upfitters, suppliers, and fleet service providers on hand to display their latest offerings.

Fleet professionals enjoyed a day of education, networking, and endless test drive opportunities.

NAFA invited Cole Lemette, Account Executive at PowerON Energy Solutions to speak to the audience during the lunch breadk. PowerON is an “end-to-end fleet electrification partner,” and they provide fleets with “turnkey planning, design, installation, operation and energy management services.”

Lemette discussed the current state of the EV market, and offered fleet professionals insights into how they can get started on their electrification journey.

Besides vehicle selection, he explained the importance of having a charging plan, and he discussed the steps organizations need to take when planning and designing a charging infrastructure.

Jon Grant of Allied Universal Security Services was the master of ceremonies for the day. He reminded all in attendance of two important events taking place in the near future.

On Nov. 6th (non-6pm), NAFA Ontario & Carfax Canada are planning “an unforgettable event packed with expert industry insights, great food, and a little fun on the side.” For more information see: https://www.nafa.org/event/nafa-ontario-event-hosted-by-carfax-november-2025/

Grant also announced the date for the NAFA Ontario Holiday Lunch & Toy Drive, which is scheduled to take place on December 11th of this year. More details will follow as plans are finalized.

Ride & Drive Ontario par Timothy Monette


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