DCAP Impact Stories
“I’m glad I’m not putting out as many emissions into the world as before If I was driving gas.” – Naomi L.
For Naomi, switching to an electric vehicle was not about getting around, it was about making a difference.
“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.”
Community Partner Spotlight
Sacramento Neighborhood Housing Services
SNHS serves low- to-moderate income community members seeking to attain or maintain homeownership. We serve populations that are less likely to access affordable housing or become homeowners.
MAAC & DCAP Partner to Expand Access to Clean Transportation
Access to reliable transportation can open the door to greater economic opportunity. This month, we’re spotlighting DCAP’s partnership with MAAC and the upcoming Application Clinic, where eligible community members can receive one-on-one application support and learn about clean transportation incentives
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.
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 September Newsletter
As we celebrate National Drive Electric Month, it’s the perfect opportunity to discover how clean transportation can fit into your everyday life.
2026 August Newsletter
Learn how eligible Californians with older, high-polluting vehicles can take advantage of Clean Cars 4 All (CC4A) incentives.
2026 July Newsletter
Every vehicle awarded through the Driving Clean Assistance Program (DCAP) represents more than transportation; it represents access to opportunity, financial stability, and cleaner air for California communities.
2026 June Newsletter
Summer is here, making it the perfect time to explore cleaner, more affordable transportation options.
2026 May Newsletter
Spring is a great time to start fresh, including the way you drive. The Driving Clean Assistance Program (DCAP) helps income-qualified Californians retire older, higher-polluting vehicles and replace them with cleaner transportation options.
2026 April Newsletter
April is Drive Clean Electric Month, a time to celebrate the growing movement toward cleaner transportation across California.