The EXPLORER EV Rally ‘25 runs from 1st – 5th September, taking teams on a demanding route through some of the UK’s most scenic and challenging terrains. The event will feature a diverse range of electric vehicles from leading manufacturers, as well as innovative EV technologies designed to enhance performance, efficiency, and sustainability.

Last year’s Rally was the biggest to date, covering over 1,500 EV miles, featuring 40-tonne e-HGVs and e-motorbikes, proving that electrification is a reality across all vehicle types.

This year, to celebrate the Rally’s halfway point, Cenex EXPO will exclusively host the EXPLORER EVR Showcase—a UK-first opportunity for visitors to meet the teams, explore the vehicles up close, and hear directly from the drivers and manufacturers pushing EV innovation forward. A dedicated Clean Energy & Innovation seminar will further examine how EV technology is evolving to support Net Zero goals.

Robert Evans, CEO of Cenex, comments: "Cenex EXPO is where the latest innovations in sustainable transport come to life. Welcoming the EXPLORER EV Rally aligns perfectly with our focus on Net Zero innovation and clean energy solutions. By showcasing real-world EV performance at the EXPO, alongside expert insights from Rally participants, we’re reinforcing the vital role of clean energy in the future of transport."

Rally Event Manager, Colin Boyton comments: “2025 sees the EV Rally embrace a new theme – Clean Energy & Innovation. The Teams will discover new and innovative examples that are helping shape and accelerate e-mobility in UK fleet, and in the middle of it all sees us enter a new partnership with Cenex, who have kindly agreed to host us at their Cenex EXPO event at UTAC Millbrook, on Day 3 of the Rally. With energy solutions and innovation in clean transport at the core of this long-standing event, we’re delighted to be given the chance to showcase real-world EV capability, whilst sharing those experiences at the conference too”.

With a shared commitment to advancing sustainable mobility, Cenex EXPO and the EXPLORER EV Rally will demonstrate the UK’s progress in EV adoption, infrastructure, and fleet decarbonisation—driving the industry toward a cleaner future.