- Impressive Exhibitors: Electrify Showoff Driven by Yokohama Seattle featured top exhibitors like Yokohama Tire, Conductive Classics, and Toyo Tires, showcasing cutting-edge EV products and custom EVs.
- Notable EV Conversions: SEVA Group and Ruined EV were standout performers with multiple award-winning custom electric vehicles.
- Diverse EV Display: Beyond cars, the event included electric boats by Signature Yachts and custom EV bikes from Bike List, offering a glimpse of the EV future.
If you missed the recent Electrify Expo in Seattle, you definitely missed something extraordinary. The Electrify Showoff Driven by Yokohama Tire was an event that took place within the Expo and brought together electric vehicle enthusiasts from North America to display their innovative electric projects builds. This event added an extra layer of excitement to everything electric at Seattle’s Marymoor Park. It wasn’t just your typical gathering; it was an electrifying festival that united EV enthusiasts with pioneering brands. This showcase was the ultimate display of customized electric vehicles and was truly a magical experience for all involved.
Exhibitor Excellence: Highlighting the Standout Performers at Electrify Showoff Driven by Yokohama Seattle
Neil Tjin, Director of Electrify Showoff Driven by Yokohama, summed it up best, saying, “Seattle showcased an incredible array of EV conversions, with SEVA Group, Ruined EV, Conductive Classics, and more taking home multiple awards. It was a show of electric cars, boats, and bikes, with enthusiasts traveling from all over. The West Coast shows are truly outstanding, and Ruined EV has been dominating with five best crew wins. An exciting event, marking one of our best yet!”
To begin with, let’s focus on the standout performers at the event – the exhibitors truly stole the spotlight. Among them were renowned names such as Conductive Classics, Toyo Tires, Teslux Innovations, STEK USA, Tesla Owners of SWA, Anker, Yokohama Tire, Chargeway, Modern Space, Lightship, Huff Motorsports, The Detail Kid, UWashington Formula Motorsport, Signature Yachts, and Parts Counter Gurus. That’s an impressive lineup of exhibitors, showcasing the remarkable diversity of offerings at the show!
Epic EV Conversions and Awards Galore: SEVA, Ruined EV, Conductive Classics, and More!
Now, let’s shift gears to the awards and jaw-dropping EV conversions. Seattle Electric Vehicle Association (SEVA) Group stole the show with eight jaw-dropping conversions and a haul of awards, including Best EV Conversion, Best Coupe, and Best Truck. Ruined EV was no slouch either, with seven impressive builds and well-deserved recognition. But the real showstopper was Conductive Classics, walking away with the prestigious Best of Show award, and they traveled all the way from Idaho! They also received the Best of Show award during the inaugural Electrify Showoff Driven by Yokohama in Long Beach, securing the first-ever Showoff award.
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You might think that’s all there was to it, but no! The Toyo booth had not one, not two, but four Bisimoto cars on display. There was even a Volkswagen Bus that snagged the title of Best Vendor Vehicle. UWashington Formula Motorsports flaunted their race car, proudly taking home the Best Performance award. And Steve Huff from Huff Performance unleashed a 2,400-horsepower dragster and an electric sheep that turned heads.
2023 Electrify Showoff Driven by Yokohama Seattle Award Winners
| Category | Name | Vehicle |
| Best Sedan | Ehtesham Sajid | 2021 Tesla Model 3 |
| Best Coupe | Jason/Missa Kelsch | 1969 Karmann Ghia |
| Best Use of Frunk | Marcus Conner | 2018 Tesla Model 3 |
| Best Audio | Brett Cohen | 2018 Tesla Model 3 |
| Best Interior | Brett Cohen | 2018 Tesla Model 3 |
| Best Performance | University of Washington | 2023 T34 Custom EV FSAE |
| Best Paint | Eric Ligman | 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance |
| Best Wrap / Graphics | Ehtesham Sajid | 2021 Tesla Model 3 |
| Best Stance | Ryan Sanford | 2023 Tesla 3odel 3 Performance |
| Best Wheel/Tire Package | Samantha Sullivan | 2023 Rivian R1S |
| Best E-Bike | Maximilian Robinson | 2023 Volcon |
| Best Motorcycle | Seth LaForge | 2010 Mission R |
| Best Scooter / Skateboard | Mr. Big | Tricycle |
| Best SUV | Eric Ligman | 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance |
| Best Truck | Steven Johnson | GMC Kodiak |
| Best Booth Car | Bisimoto | VW Bus |
| Best EV Conversion | Peter Lee | 1955 Porsche 550 Spyder (Beck Replica) |
| Best Kicks | Stephan Kaidan | 2021 Tesla Model 3 |
| Best Crew | Ruined EV | |
| Best of Show | Conductive Classic | 1964 Ford Custom 500 |
Exploring the Future of Electric Mobility: From RVs to Boats to Bikes
But that’s not all. Lightship was there with their all-electric RV, and Signature Yachts made attendees drool over their electric boats, priced from $150,000 to $350,000. These boats are like a glimpse into the future of electric boating. And for bike enthusiasts, Bike List had custom EV bikes up for grabs (but for a price).
The Parts Counter Gurus didn’t hold back either, organizing an impressive total of 20 podcasts and content interviews. They delivered valuable insights, and the discussions were incredibly engaging.
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Now, let’s talk about the people who made the journey to be part of this electrifying event. Modern Spare came all the way from San Francisco, while The Detail Kid, who happens to be the youngest certified detailer, showed off his skills from Idaho. Marcus from Ruined EV made the trip from SoCal, Samantha drove in from Sacramento with her Rivian, and even Brandon, the event’s drone pilot, drove in from Sacramento as well. Custom EV builders even came from as far as Nashville! It just goes to show how the excitement for EVs is spreading like wildfire.
And speaking of wildfire, the West Coast knows how to set things ablaze, metaphorically speaking, of course. Seattle’s Electrify Showoff Driven by Yokohama is just one shining example. Ruined EV has been on fire, winning five times and grabbing four Best of Show titles in the last five shows. They only fell short once in Long Beach.
Prepare for Electrify Expo Miami on October 14-15!
If you missed Electrify Expo/Showoff Seattle, fret not; another exciting event is just around the corner. Electrify Expo is bringing its electric vehicle festival to Miami at the Miami Dade Fairgrounds from October 14-15, and you absolutely shouldn’t miss out on this.
Whether you’re a seasoned EV enthusiast or simply curious about the electric vehicle world, Electrify Expo is the place to be. Here, you won’t just witness the future; you’ll have the chance to ride it, drive it, and experience it like never before. Get ready for a Miami experience that will jolt your senses because Electrify Expo is the real deal when it comes to electrifying fun.
Don’t miss the ride! Tickets for the Miami event are available now at www.electrifyexpo.com/miami.
In the realm of electric vehicles, one thing is crystal clear: the future is electric, and it’s here to stay.
2023 Electrify Expo Schedule
| Date | Location |
| May 19-21 | Long Beach, CA |
| June 24-25 | San Francisco, CA |
| July 22-23 | Washington, DC |
| Aug. 12-13 | Long Island, NY |
| Sept. 9-10 | Seattle, WA |
| Oct. 14-15 | Miami, FL |
| Nov. 10-12 | Austin, TX |
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