A pinnacle figure in the world of electric vehicles and overland endurance, Chris Ramsey has travelled across over 20 countries, completing thousands of miles and setting World's Firsts. From London to Siberia, Edinburgh to Monte Carlo, Chris has ventured to all four corners of the world in an electric car or bike, proving to naysayers that the future of motor vehicles truly is now. An incredibly insightful individual, few can rival Chris' achievements, as he has pushed the boundaries of electric cars and motorbikes. He is a pioneer of his field, making Chris a surefire success with audiences across the world. As a sustainability speaker, he opens the eyes of his guests to the possibilities of electric vehicles.
Chris' recent adventures have broken World Records. In 2016, he tested the European EV charging infrastructure to its limits, by travelling over 2500 miles in under 60 hours. In BMW's first generation i3, he completed the mission with two hours to spare. A testament to his diverse skill set, Chris later swapped four wheels for an electric bicycle to beat the Guinness World Record for "the longest distance covered on an electric bicycle in 12 hours". Breaking the former record by over 60 miles, he travelled 177.81 miles in an incredible feat of endurance. A truly inspiring figure, Chris encourages audiences to test their own limits and promotes an electric lifestyle.
Starting in 2012, Chris travelled to all three UK capitols in a single weekend. Though this may not seem as impressive using typical petrol or diesel, he completed the feat in an electric car during the early stages of the industry - in doing so, Chris improved people's perception. Two years later, in 2014, he embarked on a 887 mile journey from John O'Groats to Lands End, once again in an electric car. The 26 hour trip beat the previous record set by Tesla. Having spent years witnessing the evolution of electric vehicles first hand, Chris' insight is truly invaluable. Audiences revel in his anecdotes, thrilled by the challenges that he faced and strategies he employed to overcome them.
Chris invites audiences to embark on his journeys with him, providing a backstage pass to the world of international adventuring. He instills in them the knowledge necessary for setting and achieving their goals, including such skills as resilience and determination. Infused throughout every speech are important messages about sustainability, as well as actionable methods for living a more eco friendly lifestyle, tailored to both individuals and corporate audiences alike. Additionally, as a technology speaker, he discusses the recent advancements in the electric industry that allowed him to travel the world, like global charging infrastructure.
How to hire Chris Ramsey
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When he's at corporate events, Chris is known to cover the following topics:
- Electric adventure, life with a plug
- Delivering the impossible
- Fuel of the future and powering our world
- Electrification myths busted
Chris is often booked to appear at a range of corporate and public events, read his latest feedback below.
"Here's some initial feedback on Chris, all really positive- 'I'm not into cars but this was great- authentic speaker, with real passion', 'A great event for Climate Action Week, feeling very inspired' and 'Very thought-provoking, Chris was so interesting'." - ITV
