Top Electric Vehicle Events to Attend in May 2025

Employees • By EV.Careers • Published on May 2

Spring is in full swing, and so are the EV events! May brings fresh energy to the electric mobility scene with industry-leading expos, symposiums, and conferences. Whether you're looking to test-drive the latest EVs, dive into autonomous tech, or network with thousands of EV professionals, this month is packed with can’t-miss opportunities.

At EV.Careers, we keep our eyes on the road ahead. If you’re building a career in the EV space (or hiring for it), these are the key events to have on your radar this May.

1. Montreal Electric Vehicle Show (MEVS)

Date: May 2–4, 2025

Location: Montreal, IGA Stadium

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The 8th edition of MEVS is shifting gears to a brand-new venue—Stade IGA, right in the heart of Parc Jarry. This 70,000-square-foot indoor space offers an upgraded experience with smoother circulation and increased visibility for all exhibitors. Visitors can explore the latest electric vehicles, test-drive new models, and get hands-on with cutting-edge mobility tech. With accessibility by metro, bike, or car, this indoor, climate-controlled show is built for comfort, rain or shine.

2. 12th IFAC Symposium on Intelligent Autonomous Vehicles (IAV 2025)

Date: May 7–9, 2025

Location: Phoenix, AZ

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Hosted for the first time in North America, IAV 2025 brings together top minds in autonomous vehicle systems. This international symposium dives deep into control, estimation, optimization, and safety for land, sea, air, and space vehicles—including individual units and large-scale swarms. With a backdrop of Phoenix’s booming robotaxi scene, the event will feature keynotes, workshops, panels, and demos, fueling the conversation around the future of autonomy.

3. EV & Charging Expo 2025

Date: May 14–15, 2025

Location: Toronto

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This two-day event is designed to help organizations make the switch to electric. With 2,000+ attendees, 100+ exhibitors, and countless EVs to test-drive, the expo delivers practical insight into fleet electrification, infrastructure development, and residential or municipal EV planning. Dive into focused sessions led by industry experts and discover the partners and suppliers who can help bring EV initiatives to life.

4. Overland Expo West

Date: May 16–18, 2025

Location: Flagstaff, Arizona

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Known as the ultimate overlanding event, Overland Expo West brings together adventure vehicles, camping gear, motorcycles, and off-road tech. With 400+ exhibitors and over 175 classes, workshops, and demos, attendees can learn from seasoned experts, meet global overlanders, and enjoy on-site camping under the pines. From vehicle outfitting to fireside chats and film festivals, this expo blends innovation with outdoor spirit.

5. XPONENTIAL

Date: May 19–22, 2025

Location: Houston, TX

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XPONENTIAL is where autonomy, robotics, and future mobility converge. From drones to driverless vehicles, the event highlights the full autonomy supply chain. The XPO Hall showcases cutting-edge tech, while workshops, keynotes, and breakout sessions provide deep dives into research, design, and deployment strategies. Whether you're an engineer, investor, or policymaker, XPONENTIAL is built for those shaping what’s next.

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