The Northwest Automotive Press Association is pleased to announce Drive Revolution 2026 will be held on September 15 to 17, 2026 at The Heathman Lodge in Vancouver, WA. It’s a short drive from Portland International Airport.
Drive Revolution is NWAPA’s competition to celebrate the best of performance and advanced automotive technology.
Categories Include-
Best ICE Performance Vehicle
Best Gas/Electric Hybrid Vehicle (HEV)
Best Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle (PHEV)
Best Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV)
Innovation of the Year (this can be powertrain, infotainment tech or overall application)
Drive Revolution Vehicle of the Year Award
Once again, Drive Revolution 2026 uses a scheduled round-robin format. Every journalist is allotted a dedicated 30-minute driving session with each vehicle. As always, it's an invaluable opportunity to connect with journalists and fellow manufacturer representatives.
To accommodate more vehicle presentation opportunities and add value, sponsorship fees have been lowered, and dinner sponsors include a vehicle presentation to be held the following morning. These will be held after the mandatory driver’s meeting to insure full attendance of NWAPA members.
As with our Mudfest event, NWAPA will provide you with links to the coverage produced by our members. For an idea of how extensive our coverage was at Mudfest 2026, this link is what has been produced so far.
Sponsorships are highly valued and make our events possible. We aim to produce the best and most professional journalistic competitions to make it worth your investment. Thank you for your participation and investment.
Registration Fee Per Vehicle $2,200
Opening Night cocktails With Vehicle Presentation $3,000
Opening Dinner / Morning Vehicle Presentation $3,000
Day 2 Breakfast $1,500
Day 2 Snacks and Coffee in Staging Area $1,500
Day 2 Lunch With Vehicle Presentation $2,000
Day 2 Cocktails / Evening Vehicle Presentation $3,000
Day 2 Dinner / Morning Vehicle Presentation $3,000
Day 3 Breakfast $1,500
Day 3 Snacks and Coffee in Staging Area $1,500
Outside Vendor Presentation Slots $1,000
We have simplified the registration process to enter vehicles and secure sponsorships on our new website. Paying with a credit card? That can be done directly on the site. Paying with a check? There is a tab to check so we can bill you directly.
Any questions? Contact Tom Voelk at 206-931-5793 or nwapa.president.tv@gmail.com
The registration deadline is August 12, 2026, Hotel reservations must be secured by that date. Space is limited, please apply early to ensure a slot at this year’s event.
Book Your Rooms
Here is the link to reserve rooms at The Heathman Lodge. The discounted room rate is $109 per night plus taxes and fees. Not a typo. We are savvy negotiators. This rate is good until August 12, 2026. Afterwards, standard rates apply and availability is not guaranteed.
Tentative Agenda
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
- NWAPA members plan to arrive no later than 4:00 p.m. for check in
- Afternoon: Vehicles will be available for on-site photography, stand-ups, video production, and feature evaluation before the official kickoff of the event.
- 4:30 p.m. – NWAPA Executive Meeting
- 5:00 p.m. – General Membership Meeting
- Dinner and cocktails on site following the membership meeting
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
- On-site breakfast and drivers' meeting
- Morning vehicle testing and evaluation
- Lunch at the Heathman Lodge
- Afternoon vehicle testing and evaluation
- Cocktails and dinner (location TBD)
Thursday, September 17, 2026
- On-site breakfast and drivers' meeting
- Morning vehicle testing and evaluation
- Electronic voting must be completed before departure
- Noon – Event concludes
Event photography will be provided to participating journalists and manufacturers.
Additional logistical information and schedule updates will be shared as needed.
