Test Drive A Tesla At Love Hillsborough Event

TAMPA, FL — The Love Hillsborough event, scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 13, is based on sustainability and meant to help residents show a little love to their loved ones and to the Earth.

"C'mon, you know you want to drive a Tesla," the event's description, sent by Hillsborough County, says. Event goers will be able to test drive one.

The event will kick off at 11:30 a.m. Thursday at Joe Chillura Courthouse Square at 600 E. Kennedy Blvd. in downtown Tampa.

According to the release, the event will feature:

• Exhibits by more than 40 County departments and other public and nonprofit organizations with information about their sustainable programs, including ideas you can use at home
• A variety of electric vehicles on display
• Sustainable gift ideas, crafts, and giveaways
• Following brief opening remarks, hop on board an electric bus for a quick demonstration ride, and test ride electric scooters
• Food trucks and music

Love Hillsborough will showcase the work done by the community and partners to conserve energy and preserve resources.

According to the release, the county saves over $3.5 million annually by reducing energy use and costs, like using recycled materials, solar panels, LED traffic signals, reducing carbon dioxide emissions and more.

Visit the Hillsborough County website for information on the county's sustainability efforts.