DCAP Impact Stories
“I Don’t Have to Take the Bus Anymore.” – Michael P.
For Michael, getting a new car meant more than an upgrade—it meant independence.
“It’s Made Such a Big Financial Difference for My Family.” – May M.
For May, a single parent of four in Merced, getting an electric vehicle wasn’t about the brand it was about stability, savings, and protecting her family’s health.
“I was paying quite a bit in gas and repairs,” she says. “With one car, we do five stops. We’d go back and forth all day, drop-offs, work, school. The miles really added up.”
“I love that I’m saving money and reducing my carbon footprint at the same time.” – Darshan D.
“I graduated from SDSU last year and landed my first career job,” he says. “I needed a car that was reliable, affordable, and, honestly, had working AC. My old Jetta didn’t even have that, it was torture during the summer.”
Community Partner Spotlight
Clean Air Vehicle Ride & Drive Partner Reflections Community Environmental Council
As we prepare for our upcoming Clean Air Vehicle Ride & Drive on Saturday, March 14th, we asked our local co-hosts to share what excites them most and why these events matter for clean air in Santa Barbara County.
Placer County Air Pollution Control District (PCAPCD) and Health Education Council (HEC) DCAP Newsletter Interview Questions
Placer County Air Pollution Control District and the Health Education Council share how DCAP and Clean Cars 4 All are helping Placer County residents access cleaner, more reliable transportation while improving health and everyday mobility.
MAAC’s Drive Electric Week 2025: Empowering Communities Toward a Greener Future
Metropolitan Area Advisory Committee on Anti-Poverty of San Diego County, Inc. (MAAC) hosted its Annual Drive Electric Week in Chula Vista from October 14–18, 2025, featuring a blend of virtual and in-person events designed to educate, connect, and inspire the community toward clean transportation.
Ride and Drive Partners
Santa Barbara County APCD Ride & Drive Partner Reflections
To better understand the impact of Ride & Drive events, we asked Santa Barbara County APCD partners to reflect on their experiences.
Comite Civico Del Valle Ride & Drive Partner Reflections
To better understand the impact of Ride & Drive events, we asked Comite Civico Del Valle (CCV) partners to reflect on their experiences:
DCAP Ride and Drive 2025 Wrap-Up for the Year!
In 2025, DCAP continued expanding hands-on EV education across the state through Ride & Drive (R&D) events. From San Bernardino to Bishop to Eureka , residents received real opportunities to explore EVs, ask questions, and experience clean-air vehicles in person.
Monthly Newsletters
2026 March Newsletter
Reliable transportation is essential for getting to work, school, and everyday activities. Programs like the Driving Clean Assistance Program (DCAP) and Clean Cars 4 All (CC4A) help income-qualified households access cleaner, more reliable transportation options.
2026 February Newsletter
This Black History Month, we honor Black innovators whose ideas laid important groundwork for cleaner, safer transportation and healthier air.
2026 January Newsletter
As we begin a new year, many of us are thinking about fresh starts, setting financial goals, building stability, and making choices that support our health and well-being.
2025 December Newsletter
As we wrap up 2025, we’re reflecting on a year of progress, partnership, and cleaner air for communities across California. From expanding access to clean transportation to celebrating hundreds of new zero-emission vehicle drivers, this season is a reminder of what we can accomplish when we work together
2025 November Newsletter
Native American Heritage Month reminds us that the path toward cleaner air and sustainable transportation is one rooted in respect for the land and for future generations. Indigenous communities have long modeled this stewardship, valuing balance, conservation, and collective well-being.
2025 October Newsletter
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the Zero-Emission Assurance Project (ZAP), now live as part of the refreshed Driving Clean Assistance Program (DCAP) website! This new program helps Californians who purchase a used clean-air vehicle through DCAP, Clean Cars 4 All, or Clean Vehicle Assistance Program (CVAP) stay confident behind the wheel.