EV Ride and Drive Events
EVENT COMING UP
FRESNO, CA
Fresno City College
1101 E. University Ave.
Fresno, CA
Saturday
April 22, 2023
10:00AM – 4:00PM
$500
Attendees who test drive an EV at this event will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $500 Visa gift card!
WHO IS THE CVEC?
The Clean Vehicle Empowerment Collaborative (CVEC), is a partnership of Community-Based Organizations across the San Joaquin Valley that are working together to bring awareness and education about electric vehicles to our communities.
With the state of California banning the sales of new gas-powered vehicles beginning in 2035, the CVEC is working to ensure that San Joaquin Valley residents don’t get left behind in this transition. At each event, learn about our EV Equity Program, and how we’re helping folks apply for state and local incentives to help make EV ownership a reality. You will also have an opportunity to connect with other community resources that are providing additional electric options for you and your home.
WHAT IS A RIDE AND DRIVE?
A ride and drive is an opportunity for community members to experience being behind the wheel of an electric vehicle, first-hand. The CVEC, in partnership with local dealerships, is creating spaces in communities across the San Joaquin Valley where residents can feel comfortable to test drive an EV without any of the pressures typically associated with test driving a vehicle at the dealership.
Are you considering buying a new car? Your next car might be electric! As the state of California transitions to an EV future, we want to ensure that our Valley families don’t get left behind. Come experience the latest in EV technology, learn about EV charging and start envisioning your electric future!
IN THE NEWS
UPCOMING EVENTS
April 22, 2023
Fresno, CA
EV TEST DRIVE EVENT
The Central California Asthma Collaborative (CCAC) invites you to join us for our Fresno EV Ride & Drive Event!
This year we are partnering with Earth Day Fresno to bring you the best experience yet! Join us for this family-friendly event that will give Central California residents an opportunity to experience electric vehicles first-hand and provide a day full of entertainment!
DATE: Saturday, April 22nd, 2023
LOCATION: Fresno City College located at 1101 E. University Ave in Fresno
$500 DRAWING: Drive an EV and be entered to win a $500 Visa gift card!
This event is hosted in partnership with Earth Day Fresno! Click here to visit the Earth Day Fresno official site.
Family Fun Entertainment
RESOURCE FAIR
FOOD TRUCKS
ON-STAGE ENTERTAINMENT
Vehicles Available for Test Drive
TESLA MODEL 3
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TESLA MODEL Y
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TESLA MODEL X
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KIA EV6
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KIA NIRO EV
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FORD LIGHTNING
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FORD MACH-E
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HYUNDAI KONA EV
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HYUNDAI IONIQ 5
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HYUNDAI IONIQ 6
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VOLVO XC40 RECHARGE
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VOLVO C40 RECHARGE
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NISSAN ARIYA
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NISSAN LEAF
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Great Local Food Vendors
La Jacka Mobile will be serving their signature Vegan & Vegetarian menu. Come enjoy some great jackfruit-inspired dishes!
A Passion For Food offers traditional Hawaiian, Filipino and Mexican food that brings a “cultural” experience to the table!
Kona Ice will be serving shaved ice! With flavor combinations like Tiger’s Blood, Monster Mango, you can create the flavor combinations of your dreams!
Greek N More offers greek cuisine along with other types of food options!
Tacos La Vaporera will be serving their award winning tacos!
Earth Day Fresno Festival Exhibitors & Vendors
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April 8, 2023
Stockton, CA
EV TEST DRIVE EVENT
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Stockton’s EJ Project (EJ Stockton) invites you to join us for our EV Ride & Drive Event and Resource Fair on Saturday, April 8, 2023 at the Catholic Charities parking lot at 1106 N. El Dorado St. in Stockton! This is a family-friendly event that will give San Joaquin County residents an opportunity to experience electric vehicles first-hand.
Attendees who test drive an EV will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $50 gift card! There will be 6 chances to win!
Family Fun Entertainment
RESOURCE FAIR
GREAT LOCAL FOOD
EV CHARGING DEMONSTRATION
Vehicles Available for Test Drive
TESLA MODEL Y
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FORD MACH-E
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KIA NIRO PLUG-IN HYBRID
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NISSAN ARIYA
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NISSAN ARIYA
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FORD MACH-E
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FORD LIGHTNING
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Electric Vehicles on Display
TESLA MODEL 3
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Great Local Food Vendors
Resource Fair Participants
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April 22, 2023
Fresno, CA
CUMULATIVE HIGHLIGHTS FROM PAST EVENTS
450+
Attendees
221
Test Drives
6
Different Test Drive EVs
Vehicles Test Driven
CHEVROLET BOLT EUV
KIA NIRO EV
TESLA MODEL 3
TESLA MODEL Y
MAZDA MX-30
KIA EV6
Vehicles Displayed
CHEVROLET BOLT EV
CHEVROLET BOLT EUV
VOLKSWAGEN ID4
TESLA MODEL Y
TESLA MODEL 3
March 18, 2023
Madera, CA
EV TEST DRIVE EVENT
The Madera Coalition for Community Justice (MCCJ) invites you to join us for our EV Ride & Drive Event and Resource Fair on Saturday, March 18th, 2023 at the Madera City Hall parking lot at 205 W. 4th St in Madera from 10AM-3PM! This is a family-friendly event that will give Madera County residents an opportunity to experience electric vehicles first-hand. The Madera County Department of Public Health will also be hosting a vaccine clinic on-site.
Residents who test drive an EV will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $100 gift card! That’s not all, there will be two chances to win!
EVENT COMING UP
Visalia, CA
Proteus Inc.
1830 N. Dinuba Blvd
Visalia, CA
Sunday
March 26, 2023
10:00AM – 3:00PM
$500
Residents who test drive an EV at this event will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $500 gift card!
Family Fun Entertainment
RESOURCE FAIR
FOOD TRUCKS
VACCINE CLINIC
Vehicles Available for Test Drive
TESLA MODEL 3
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TESLA MODEL Y
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KIA EV6
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KIA NIRO EV
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Great Local Food Vendors
Resource Fair Participants
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March 26, 2023
Visalia, CA
EV TEST DRIVE EVENT
The Central California Environmental Justice Network (CCEJN) invites you to join us for our EV Ride & Drive Event and Resource Fair on Sunday, March 26th, 2023 at the Proteus Inc parking lot located at 1830 N. Dinuba Blvd in Visalia! This is a family-friendly event that will give Tulare County residents an opportunity to experience electric vehicles first-hand.
Attendees who test drive an EV will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $500 gift card!
First 100 drivers will also receive a FREE taco plate!
Family Fun Entertainment
RESOURCE FAIR
GREAT LOCAL FOOD
EV CHARGING DEMONSTRATION
Vehicles Available for Test Drive
TESLA MODEL Y
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TESLA MODEL 3
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Great Local Food Vendors
Resource Fair Participants
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January 29, 2023
Modesto, CA
EV TEST DRIVE EVENT
Valley Improvement Projects (VIP) invites you to join us for our EV Ride & Drive Event and Resource Fair on January 29, 2023 in Modesto, CA! This is a family-friendly event that will give Stanislaus County residents an opportunity to experience electric vehicles first-hand, and meet other local EV owners.
Residents who test drive an EV will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $500 gift card!
Family Fun Entertainment
RESOURCE FAIR
FOOD VENDORS
EV CHARGING DEMONSTRATION
Vehicles Available for Test Drive
Chevrolet Bolt EUV
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Chevrolet Bolt EV
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Tesla Model 3
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Great Local Food Vendors
Oaxacan Tamales
Resource Fair Participants
March 25, 2023
Huron, CA
EV RIDE ALONG EVENT
The LEAP Institute invites you to join us for our EV Ride Along Event and Resource Fair on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at 36586 Lassen Ave in Huron, next to Straw Hat Pizza! This is a family-friendly event that will give West Fresno County and Kings County residents an opportunity to experience electric vehicles from the passenger seat with the Green Raiteros Program.
Residents who participate in the EV Ride Along will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $500 gift card!
Family Fun Entertainment
RESOURCE FAIR
GREAT LOCAL FOOD
EV CHARGING DEMONSTRATION
Vehicles Available for Ride Along
BMW i3
CHEVROLET BOLT EV
TESLA MODEL Y
VW E-GOLF
Resource Fair Participants
March 26, 2023
Visalia, CA
EV TEST DRIVE EVENT
The Central California Environmental Justice Network (CCEJN) invites you to join us for our EV Ride & Drive Event and Resource Fair on Sunday, March 26th, 2023 at the Proteus Inc parking lot located at 1830 N. Dinuba Blvd in Visalia! This is a family-friendly event that will give Tulare County residents an opportunity to experience electric vehicles first-hand.
Residents who test drive an EV will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $500 gift card!
Family Fun Entertainment
RESOURCE FAIR
GREAT LOCAL FOOD
EV CHARGING DEMONSTRATION
Vehicles Available for Test Drive
TESLA MODEL Y
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TESLA MODEL 3
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Resource Fair Participants
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March 18, 2023
Madera, CA
EV TEST DRIVE EVENT
The Madera Coalition for Community Justice (MCCJ) invites you to join us for our EV Ride & Drive Event and Resource Fair on March 18th, 2023 in Madera, CA! This is a family-friendly event that will give residents an opportunity to experience electric vehicles first-hand. We will also be hosting a vaccine clinic on-site.
Residents who test drive an EV will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $100 gift card! That’s not all, there will be three chances to win!
Family Fun Entertainment
RESOURCE FAIR
FOOD TRUCKS
EV CHARGING DEMONSTRATION
Vehicles Available for Test Drive
TESLA MODEL 3
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TESLA MODEL Y
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KIA EV6
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KIA NIRO EV
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