HUNDREDS of motoring fans got revved up for a fleet of environmentally friendly cars displayed at New Milton Community Centre.
Staged on Saturday, the Hybrid and Electric Car Roadshow was believed to have been the first of its kind in the region and was the first of a new series of events to broaden the Osborne Road centre’s appeal.
The Hybrid and Electric Car Roadshow at New Milton Community Centre
The event provided a rare chance to see many brands and models of the vehicles set to become the future of motoring at the one location.
Twenty-four were on display, with 10 retailers on hand to explain the hybrid/electric car concept.
The Hybrid and Electric Car Roadshow at New Milton Community Centre
One salesperson at the show said: “It was an excellent chance for the public to gain better understanding of the new technology.”
More than 1,500 are estimated to have flocked to the event, and town mayor Cllr Keith Craze praised it as “excellent and well executed”.
The Hybrid and Electric Car Roadshow at New Milton Community Centre
Center staff took the opportunity to chat to visitors at its busy café about what the facility offers and its plans for a wider range of activities for all ages.
The car show itself could return next spring.
The Hybrid and Electric Car Roadshow at New Milton Community CentreThe Hybrid and Electric Car Roadshow at New Milton Community Centre
More volunteers are sought to help the center plan future innovative activities and events.
For more information email publicity@newmiltoncommunity.org.uk
