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DCAP Impact Stories

“I Feel Totally Blessed and Really Grateful for the Help I Got.” – Christine B.

For Christine, a longtime El Dorado County resident, getting a reliable car wasn’t about luxury, it was about necessity.

“It Was a True Blessing — I’m Really, Really Grateful.” – Steven M.

For Steven, getting an electric vehicle wasn’t just about transportation. It was about getting back on his feet and moving forward with confidence.

“I used to drive a 1999 Nissan Pathfinder, that car was basically drinking gas.” – Jielin Y.

For Jielin, upgrading to an electric vehicle was a major step toward a cleaner, more affordable way to commute — and one he had been thinking about for years

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.

National Drive Electric Month Spotlight: Neighborhood Housing Services of the Inland Empire (NHSIE)

For National Drive Electric Month, we are proud to highlight Neighborhood Housing Services of the Inland Empire (NHSIE). They have been a critical community partner, helping residents navigate resources for clean transportation and financial empowerment.

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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.