Celebrating Women's History Month!

Throughout history, women have been pioneers in the automotive industry, driving innovation in clean transportation and sustainability. Visionaries like Mildred Dresselhaus, whose research in carbon nanotechnology helped advance EV battery technology, and Mary Barra, the first female CEO of General Motors, who is leading the company’s transition to an all-electric future, have paved the way for a greener world. Their contributions, along with those of engineers, policymakers, and entrepreneurs, continue to make clean air vehicles more accessible.

NEED TO KNOW THIS MONTH

Region 7 Opens

March 25

Great news—DCAP is opening in all regions, making clean vehicle ownership more accessible than ever! The final region, Region 7, launches March 25, completing our statewide expansion.

Both Air-District and County locations are listed below.

Tax Season Tip: Use Your Refund for a Down Payment

Did you know? Your tax refund can help with your down payment when using DCAP grants.

Apply today and drive clean!

Apply Today

Cesar Chavez Day Closure

In observance of

Cesar Chavez day

we will be closed on

Monday, March 31st.

Region 7 Opens On Tuesday 3/25!

If you have questions while completing the application, please call 1-833-202-DCAP (3227)

or visit the FAQ website page at drivingcleanca.org.

Air District	County
South Coast AQMD	Orange, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside*
San Joaquin Valley APCD	Fresno, Kings, Madera, Merced, San Joaquin, Stanislaus, Tulare, Kern*
Sacramento AQMD	Sacramento
Bay Area AQMD	Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, Sonoma
San Diego APCD	San Diego

*Counties fall in more than one air district. Individual address will be used to determine the Clean Cars 4 All (CC4A) program administrator the participant will be referred to.

Apply Starting 3/25

Ride & Drive Events

Discover the Benefits of Clean Air Vehicles

Ride and Drive (R&D) events are a great way to introduce clean air vehicles to community members. It also provides prospective Driving Clean Assistance Program (DCAP) incentive applicants the opportunity to experience a battery electric, plug-in hybrid electric or fuel cell electric vehicle for the first time through events like these.

Getting behind the wheel to test drive a clean air vehicle has never been easier or more stress-free! This is the best time for you, and your family, to check out what clean air vehicles have to offer and learn more about incentives that can make ownership a reality.

What to Expect

Expert Advice: Talk to local vehicle experts about the benefits of clean air vehicles.
Incentive Information: Learn about vehicle incentives and resources available through the Driving Clean Assistance Program.
Community Resources: Each event provides different informational and educational resource booths for the community.

Why Attend?

Experience: Gain firsthand experience with clean air vehicles.
Knowledge: Equip yourself with information on how to make the switch to cleaner transportation.
Community: Connect with others who are passionate about improving air quality and sustainability and ready to make the switch to a clan air vehicle.

Tacos and Taxes

On Saturday, February 22nd, DCAP hosted a Ride & Drive event, where community members had the unique opportunity to test drive clean air vehicles, all thanks to our partnerships with Premiere Nissan of Fremont, Premiere Subaru of Fremont, Fremont Chevrolet and Fremont Ford.

But that’s not all—attendees also got the scoop on grant opportunities for both new and used clean air vehicles, making sustainable choices more accessible than ever.

We proudly joined the Fremont Family Resource Center Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, alongside Golden State Opportunity and Senator Aisha Wahab's Office, who held the Tacos and Taxes event.

Community Partnership Spotlight

Native American Environmental Protection Coalition (NAEPC)

With deep respect for Tribal Sovereignty, the Native American Environmental Protection Coalition (NAEPC) is a tribally driven organization committed to empowering Tribal Nations through environmental education, technical training, and knowledge sharing.

NAEPC strengthens inter-tribal partnerships by supporting tribes in pursuing environmental justice and stewardship. By providing resources for all ages, offering professional development, and fostering collaboration, NAEPC ensures that member tribes have the tools to protect and preserve their lands for future generations.

To learn more about NAEPC or make an appointment to complete the DCAP application, please contact their office at: (951) 296-5595 or visit their website for more information.

Eligibility and Requirements

Who is Eligible?

Eligible applicants for DCAP must be California residents, and income qualified, which means having an income at, or below, 300% Federal Poverty Level (FPL).

Check Eligibility

Operations Update:

New Vehicles Available

Tesla Model 3 & Model Y are now eligible for purchase through DCAP!

Hyundai Ioniq 5 has also been approved—more options for going electric.

Dealerships You

Can Use

You may refer dealerships to the program by visiting our dealership webpage or dealershi p@drivingcle anca.org. Dealerships must be approved before completing participants purchase or lease.

DCAP Dealerships

Questions?

Find answers to common questions about the Driving Clean Assistance Program. From eligibility requirements to clean vehicle options and financing details, our FAQs provide all the essential information to help you navigate the program with ease.

Find Answers

The Community Housing Development Corporation's (CHDC) Driving Clean Assistance Program (DCAP) is a California Air Resources Board-funded clean-air vehicle incentive program to help low-income Californians, especially those in underserved, Tribal and disadvantaged communities, access to clean-air vehicles.