Back with Popular @LAAutoShow Zero-Emission Vehicle Awards ZEVAS

Los Angeles Auto Show® (LA Auto Show) officially announced today the return of its signature awards program, THE ZEVAS™ (Zero-Emission Vehicle Awards.) Debuting in 2021 as the very first program of its kind, THE ZEVAS will again celebrate emerging and established automakers and their innovations in new hybrid and electric vehicles, and new zero-emission versions of existing models.

As a longtime supporter of consumer EV adoption and promoter of EV education, the LA Auto Show is proud to provide a platform to showcase the intersection of the automotive and technology worlds. THE ZEVAS 2024 will take place on Thursday, November 21 at AutoMobility LA 2024 (AMLA 2024), the LA Auto Show’s global press and industry event that hosts thousands of automotive executives, credentialed journalists and media representatives, government officials, policymakers, technologists, designers, dealers, investors, industry analysts, thought-leaders, content creators and influencers.

This unique, consumer’s choice award recognizes the top zero-emission vehicles across a variety of categories, and provides an unmatched forum to showcase the advancements and innovations that shape today’s buyer interests, influence purchase behavior, and enhance overall driver satisfaction. Prior winners of THE ZEVAS include the Rivian R1T, Tesla Model 3, Tesla Model Y, Fisker Ocean, Lucid Air, and Hyundai KONA Electric.

The categories for THE ZEVAS 2024 are:

  • Top Compact
  • Top Coupe
  • Top Crossover
  • Top Hatchback/Van/Wagon
  • Top Sedan
  • Top SUV
  • Top Truck
  • Most Anticipated

THE ZEVAS are a celebration of the tangible impact zero-emission vehicles are making on our world. For the 2024 voting process, the first round will determine the top three vehicles in each category. Once the finalists are announced, a second round of voting will take place to select the ultimate category winners, who will be honored at AMLA 2024. Votes will be submitted exclusively at thezevas.com.

  • Tuesday, October 1 – First round voting opens
  • Friday, October 11 – First round voting closes
  • Tuesday, October 29 – Finalists announced. Second round voting begins
  • Friday, November 8 – Second round voting closes
  • Tuesday, November 19 – Winners announced
  • Thursday, November 21 – Winners honored at AutoMobility LA 2024

“Electrification continues to be one of the most transformational forces the automotive industry has ever experienced,” said Terri Toennies, president and chief operating officer of the LA Auto Show and AutoMobility LA. “With consumer interest in electric vehicles remaining strong, and California leading the nation in new electric and hybrid vehicle adoption, the time and place is perfect to celebrate the consistent, proven innovation and positive impact of the category.”

Registration for AMLA 2024 is open and complimentary for accredited and approved media. Industry attendees can take advantage of an “early bird” registration fee of $149 through October 31. From November 1, the full registration fee of $249 will apply to all approved industry registrants. Register now at https://automobilityla-2024.reg.buzz/.

Following AMLA 2024, the LA Auto Show will be open to the public from November 22, 2024 to December 1, 2024.