Big News: Nathan Named EV Student of the Year!
Submitted by Peter & Rachel Culin
We are thrilled to share some incredibly exciting news from our family — our son, Nathan, has been named the Electric Vehicle Association’s EV Student of the Year for 2025.
From the moment he started building his epic EV Hot Wheels collection, we knew Nathan had a special passion for electric vehicles. That early spark turned into a full-on drive (pun intended) for learning, sharing, and leading in the EV community.
Today, Nathan is proud to serve as the Youth Membership Manager for the Valley of the Sun Electric Vehicle Association (VOTSEVA) chapter, the founding chapter of DRIVE Electric Arizona. In this role, he helps encourage other young people to get excited about EVs, sustainability, and the future of clean transportation. Whether it's showcasing EVs at events, assisting with educational activities, or simply sharing his contagious enthusiasm, Nathan is making an impact far beyond his years.
If you’ve ever attended one of our events, you’ve almost certainly experienced Nathan’s presence and impact firsthand — welcoming guests, answering questions, and helping bring the energy that makes our EV community so special.
Over the past few years, he has gone above and beyond — diving deep into EV technology, advocating for a cleaner future, and inspiring everyone around him. This award recognizes not just his hard work and passion but also his leadership in helping to grow the next generation of EV advocates.
We are incredibly grateful to the Electric Vehicle Association for recognizing Nathan’s commitment and potential. It’s an honor that celebrates everything he’s already achieved — and all the exciting things still ahead.
Way to go, Nathan! Your biggest fans (Mom and Dad) couldn’t be prouder.
And congratulations to all the other amazing 2025 EVA Award winners who are shaping the future of transportation and clean energy.
Nathan proudly representing the next generation of EV leaders — named the Electric Vehicle Association’s 2025 EV Student of the Year.
About DRIVE Electric Arizona
DRIVE Electric Arizona is a statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles through education, outreach, and community engagement. Founded by passionate EV advocates, the organization connects individuals, businesses, and municipalities to the resources and firsthand experiences they need to confidently make the switch to electric. Through local chapters, public events, ride-and-drive experiences, and partnerships, DRIVE Electric Arizona is building a cleaner, more sustainable future — one electric mile at a time. Learn more at driveelectricaz.org.
About the Electric Vehicle Association
The Electric Vehicle Association (EVA) is the largest and oldest volunteer-driven EV organization in the world, dedicated to accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles through education, advocacy, and community events. Learn more at myeva.org.