NYPA Press Release

LEWISTON – As October is Energy Awareness Month, the New York Power Authority is hosting two energy-related events at the Niagara Power Vista in Lewiston: The Electric Vehicle (EV) Guest Drive on Sat., October 23, where licensed drivers can test drive an electric vehicle, and a Halloween ‘Trunk or Treat’ event for families and kids on Saturday, October 30 where families can trick or treat through an array of electric vehicles.

Both events are designed to showcase NYPA’s commitment to making EVs easy to own and operate in New York State, to reduce the carbon footprint of the state’s transportation sector. NYPA’s EVolve NY program is leading the way in EV infrastructure, building fast, affordable and reliable charging stations throughout the state so New Yorkers can drive electric with confidence.

Electric Vehicle Guest Drive – Saturday, Oct. 23, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.  
The event will be an opportunity to learn about available makes and models, the how-tos of charging, and the benefits of electric car adoption. Knowledgeable staff and electric car owners will be on hand to answer all your questions. Licensed drivers are invited to test drive a current market electric car, including the Tesla Models 3, Y and X, Ford Mustang Mach-E, VW ID4, Kia Niro, and Hyundai Ioniq

Halloween ‘Trunk or Treat’ – Saturday, Oct. 30, from 1 – 3 p.m.
Dress up in your Halloween finest and come to the Power Vista’s ‘Trunk or Treat’ event where kids are invited to trick or treat through an array of electric and hybrid electric vehicles, just outside the Power Vista.

The admission-free Power Vista, located at 5777 Lewiston Road, is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is part of NYPA’s Niagara Power Project, the largest electricity producer in New York State. Visitors are required to wear masks regardless of their vaccination status, read the health questions at the entry and practice social distancing. 

During the pandemic, the Power Authority added additional safety precautions to the complex, including state-of-the-art indoor air filtration systems and additional cleanings, which will remain in place.

The Power Vista, which was redesigned in 2016, offers an array of multimedia exhibits, including hands-on interactive technologies, large touch screens and a virtual roller-coaster ride relating to the production of electricity, energy efficiency and the area’s history. The location also provides spectacular views from the observation deck 350-feet above the Niagara River Gorge.

Throughout the year, the center also serves as the focal point for many free, special events, so please check the visitors center website often for event information.

Group tours are encouraged to use the on-line reservations system or call (716) 286-6661 for further information. Walk-ins are welcome. 

About NYPA
NYPA is the largest state public power organization in the nation, operating 16 generating facilities and more than 1,400 circuit-miles of transmission lines. More than 70 percent of the electricity NYPA produces is clean renewable hydropower. NYPA uses no tax money or state credit. It finances its operations through the sale of bonds and revenues earned in large part through sales of electricity. For more information visit www.nypa.gov and follow us on Twitter @NYPAenergy, Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr and LinkedIn.