Earth Day EV Ride and Drive to Highlight Clean Transportation Leadership at SRPMIC
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.
The EV Ride & Drive event is part of Drive Electric Earth Month, a national celebration of electric transportation and clean energy education. This partnership creates an opportunity to highlight Tribal leadership in sustainability, transportation, and community health.
Honoring Community Leadership
The Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community is home to two distinct peoples: the Onk Akimel O’odham and the Xalychidom Piipaash. The Community’s work in sustainability and transportation reflects a forward-looking commitment to supporting community well-being, environmental responsibility, and future generations.
The Earth Day EV Ride & Drive reflects collaboration among:
Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community
Valley of the Sun Electric Vehicle Association
DRIVE Electric Native Nations chapter of DRIVE Electric Arizona
Salt River Project (SRP)
Supporting a Broader Community Vision
The Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community has already demonstrated leadership in clean transportation and sustainability. This event gives attendees a chance to see how electric transportation can support cleaner air, lower operating costs, and long-term community resilience.
It also offers an opportunity to learn how clean transportation fits into the Community’s broader Earth Day celebration and sustainability efforts.
What to Expect
Whether you are curious about EVs or already drive one, the Earth Day Ride & Drive is designed to be informative, friendly, and accessible.
Attendees can expect:
Hands-on experience with a variety of electric vehicles
Conversations with EV drivers and volunteers about charging, range, ownership costs, and day-to-day driving
A chance to take part in the Community’s broader Earth Day celebration and learn more about clean transportation in Arizona
Free Air Quality Monitor for Maricopa County homeowners courtesy of American Lung Association (while supplies last).
Event Details
When: Saturday, April 25, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM MST
Where: Academic Learning Academy, 4827 N. Country Club Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Registration: Free! Sign up to attend, volunteer, or show your vehicle at the official event page.
Join us in celebrating Earth Day, community leadership, and the growing role of clean transportation in Arizona.