DCAP Impact Stories
“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
“I’m actually the first EV owner on my street, and my friends and neighbors are excited for me.” – Sarah F.
I love how nimble the car is. It actually drives better than my SUV, and I don’t have to go to a gas station and pay the high price of gas anymore.
“If I get dizzy or lose my balance, I need something that’s easy to handle and has good safety features” – Wesley A.
Wesley’s old 2000 minivan had become a hassle. “The windows don’t go down, except for the driver’s window, and only if we had to take the side panel off. Now, with his new hydrogen fuel cell vehicle through DCAP, things are much different.
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
2025 Halloween Clean Air Vehicle Ride & Drive Trunk-or-Treat and Resource Fair
In the spirit of Halloween the Driving Clean Assistance Program (DCAP) co-hosted a Ride & Drive event in partnership with Finesse-A-Car.
Monthly Newsletters
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.
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.