Meet Adam Draper: DRIVE Electric Arizona volunteer helping people discover EVs are practical, affordable, and life-changing through real conversations and hands-on events.

A special Earth Day event is coming to the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC) on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Hosted in partnership with the Valley of the Sun Electric Vehicle Association and DRIVE Electric Native Nations, the Earth Day EV Ride & Drive will offer community members and visitors an opportunity to learn about electric vehicles in a welcoming, community-centered setting.

DRIVE Electric Arizona launches Native Nations chapter, partnering with tribal communities to deliver EV education and host a Ride & Drive at SRP-MIC Earth Day on April 25, 2026.

EVs in Arizona cost far less to drive than gas cars, thanks to cheap off-peak electricity, stable energy rates, and lower maintenance.

Successful Prescott SciTech Festival! Great turnout of families, strong statewide volunteer support, and meaningful EV conversations helping drive awareness across Northern Arizona.

Meet Amanda Toughill—one of our dedicated volunteers who helps our volunteer-run organization thrive!

Hundreds of families explored the full spectrum of electric vehicles—from the practical Chevrolet Bolt EUV to the three-row Kia EV9—at the Chandler Innovation Fair, where DRIVE Electric Arizona and Valley of the Sun EVA brought hands-on EV education to life.

With just three volunteer-owned EVs on display each day, DRIVE Electric Arizona and the Valley of the Sun EVA sparked more than 3,600 direct conversations at the Fountain Festival—proving the power of grassroots engagement and passionate volunteers.

Meet Shaun Barnette—one of our dedicated volunteers who helps our volunteer-run organization thrive!

Virtual Power Plants (VPPs): How utilities are exploring new ways to manage demand, increase reliability, and control costs.

The Cave Creek EV Ride & Drive exceeded expectations, bringing community members from across the Valley together for 95 hands-on test drives—more than doubling participation from last year—through strong grassroots outreach and an impressive lineup of electric vehicles.

Our MLK Day event at Margaret T. Hance Park brought families together around five standout electric vehicles, sparking engaging conversations and community excitement around driving electric.

Our booth at the OdySea Aquarium Conservation Expo was nonstop with families and community members engaging with the Spirit of Arizona EV and learning more about driving electric.

DRIVE Electric Arizona returned to the Maricopa County Home and Garden Show with a hands-on EV showcase that engaged thousands of attendees through real-world conversations, rare vehicle displays, and community-driven education.

DRIVE Electric Arizona’s Co-Founder Peter Culin shares real-world EV insights at Electrify Expo Phoenix 2025, highlighting the organization’s mission to educate drivers, expand charging access, and make electric vehicle ownership more accessible statewide.

Across the country, 2025 has been a defining year for electric vehicles.

What began as a handful of community meetups has evolved into one of the most consistent and impactful grassroots EV outreach efforts in the country.

The Sedona EV Ride & Drive brought together community partners and EV owners to give residents hands-on test drives, real-world education, and a firsthand look at how electric vehicles fit seamlessly into life in Northern Arizona.

The city of Sedona and Drive Electric Arizona invite all northern Arizona residents to attend the second annual Electric Vehicle Ride and Drive event on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025 from 1 to 4 p.m. in the parking lot next to the Sedona Community Pool to learn more about electric vehicle (EV) ownership and have the opportunity to ride in or drive some of the most innovative electric vehicles on the market.

Discover how DRIVE Electric Arizona energized the Surprise SciTech Festival with hands-on EV education and community engagement in our full event recap.