DCAP Impact Stories

“The EV has significantly improved my life, saving me money, boosting my confidence, and making me want to get out and adventure more.” -Erika C.
For Erika, her EV is more than transportation. It is a confidence booster and a statement about her values. “It shows I care about the environment and think about the community. In Santa Cruz, people appreciate that.”

“It really helped, especially as someone just starting my career.” – Kombi’s S.
When Kombi S. graduated high school in 2019, she didn’t expect her first car to give out so soon. “It just was done,” she says. “But I was about to go to college, and then COVID hit, so I figured, who needs a car? I was at home, working remotely.” For a few years, not owning a car wasn’t a problem. But then, the mandate to return to the office was in effect.

“They depend on me, and now I have a car I can count on.” – Carol B.
Carol B., is a 62-year-old living on a fixed income in rural Closser County. Life was becoming increasingly difficult without reliable transportation. Her old truck was constantly breaking down, and eventually, it failed its smog test. “I spent thousands of dollars trying to fix it,” she says. “When it finally gave out, I didn’t know what I was going to do.”
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2025 April Newsletter
This April, we’re celebrating both Drive Electric Month and Earth Day (April 22) with a major milestone—DCAP is now available statewide!

2025 March Newsletter
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2025 February Newsletter
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