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City of Sedona and Drive Electric Arizona host a northern Arizona Electric Vehicle Ride and Drive event
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.
Surprise SciTech Festival — A Great Day for STEAM & EV Awareness
Discover how DRIVE Electric Arizona energized the Surprise SciTech Festival with hands-on EV education and community engagement in our full event recap.
Community Power on Display: DRIVE Electric Arizona at the Arizona Fall Festival
Check out our full recap from the Arizona Fall Festival, where DRIVE Electric Arizona connected with hundreds of attendees, showcased a diverse lineup of EVs, and celebrated the excitement of our Mustang E-Bike raffle winner!
Study finds EVs quickly overcome their energy-intensive build to be cleaner than gas cars
Making electric vehicles and their batteries is a dirty process that uses a lot of energy. But a new study says that EVs quickly make up for that with less overall emissions through two years of use than a gas-powered vehicle.
DRIVE Electric Arizona Launches New Bilingual Website Sections
Empowering Every Arizonan to Drive Electric — in English and Español
CHEAPER: Why Arizona Drivers Should Drive Electric
Even Without Federal Tax Incentives, the Savings Add Up
Mesa EV Ride & Drive Sparks Community Excitement
The Mesa EV Ride & Drive brought families, enthusiasts, and curious drivers together for a morning of electric excitement at Mesa Community College. With 83 ride-and-drives, 26 unique EVs, and e-bike test rides from Magnum Bikes, the event gave guests an unforgettable glimpse into the future of transportation.
Arizona EV owners face major changes as incentives expire
Big changes are coming for EV drivers, and anyone thinking about buying one, starting at the end of September.
New study says EVs really are best for the environment
New research from the University of Michigan confirms what EV drivers have long known: from cradle to grave, battery electric vehicles (BEVs) produce far fewer emissions than gasoline-powered vehicles.
San Tan Ford’s Tim Hovik on tackling EV sales as tax credits expire
As federal tax credits for electric vehicles begin to phase out, dealers across the country are bracing for a shift in consumer behavior and sales performance. In this episode of Inside Automotive, Jim Fitzpatrick checks in with Tim Hovik, dealer principal of San Tan Ford, to discuss how these changes are already affecting his operations and what strategies his team is using to maintain momentum in EV sales.
San Tan Ford Named Founding DRIVE Electric Arizona Trusted EV Dealership
DRIVE Electric Arizona is proud to recognize San Tan Ford as the Founding DRIVE Electric Arizona Trusted EV Dealership, setting a new benchmark for what it means to lead in the electric vehicle revolution.
25% of Swissport Vehicles Now Electric
Swissport has declared that 25% of its global ground support equipment (GSE) fleet is now electric as it continues to work on reducing its operational emissions.
Flagstaff Embraces the Future: Two-Day EV Ride & Drive Events a Major Success
Flagstaff’s two-day EV Ride & Drive event showcased the future of clean transportation with strong community participation and support from local dealerships.
2025 Historic Route 66 Arizona "Electrified" Fun Run: A Milestone for EV Enthusiasts
Celebrating the third year of a dedicated electrified section, this iconic Route 66 event highlighted Arizona’s growing EV community.
Flagstaff EV Ride & Drive
Flagstaff gears up for free electric vehicle ride & drive event at NAU – May 31
FIRST EVER Electric Vehicle Ride and Drive Hosted with the San Carlos Apache Tribe!
A groundbreaking celebration of electric vehicles, community collaboration, and first-ever ride and drive experiences with the San Carlos Apache Tribe.
South Phoenix Hosts Record-Breaking EV Ride and Drive!
Community, Collaboration, and Clean Transportation Shine