Serving Pima County

DRIVE Electric Tucson

Connecting electric vehicle owners, advocates, community partners, and EV-curious drivers throughout Southern Arizona through welcoming events, practical education, and real-world experience.

Electric driving is gaining momentum in Tucson.

DRIVE Electric Tucson is the Pima County chapter of DRIVE Electric Arizona. We bring people together to share firsthand knowledge, explore electric transportation, and help make EV ownership more approachable for Southern Arizona families, businesses, and communities.

You do not need to own an electric vehicle to participate. Longtime EV drivers, first-time shoppers, clean-energy supporters, students, businesses, and community organizations are all welcome.

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Serving the Pima County Region

Building connections across Tucson and the surrounding Southern Arizona communities.

● Tucson
● Vail and Southeast Tucson
● Marana and Oro Valley
● Sahuarita and Green Valley
● Communities throughout Pima County

Creating opportunities to connect, learn, and drive.

Our chapter combines community relationships with practical EV experience to help Southern Arizona move confidently toward electric transportation.

01

Community Meetups

Friendly gatherings where EV owners and curious drivers can connect, compare experiences, and build relationships.

02

EV Education

Straightforward information about charging, range, road trips, ownership costs, incentives, and everyday electric driving.

03

Hands-On Events

EV rallies, showcases, presentations, and Ride & Drive experiences that make electric transportation tangible and approachable.

04

Local Partnerships

Collaboration with utilities, businesses, governments, schools, nonprofits, and community organizations throughout Southern Arizona.

Scott Jones, Chair of DRIVE Electric Tucson

Scott Jones

Chair • DRIVE Electric Tucson

Scott Jones is a passionate electric vehicle enthusiast who enjoys helping others discover how electric transportation can fit their lifestyles. He has helped numerous friends and family members find the right EV for their needs and even launched a small consulting company dedicated to that mission.

His firsthand experience spans an impressive range of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, including models from Fiat, Cadillac, BMW, Kia, Ford, Hyundai, Mazda, Nissan, and Audi. Having owned or leased ten different electrified vehicles, Scott brings a broad perspective on EV ownership, vehicle selection, charging, and the everyday driving experience.

Professionally, Scott works in the cybersecurity industry and regularly speaks at conferences and events. His experience building and leading sales teams has strengthened his ability to connect with people, businesses, vendors, and industry leaders.

As Chair of DRIVE Electric Tucson, Scott brings together his enthusiasm for electric vehicles, his experience helping consumers make informed decisions, and his professional leadership skills to support EV education and community engagement throughout Southern Arizona.

● Firsthand experience with ten electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles
● EV consumer consulting and helping drivers find vehicles that fit their lifestyles
● Experienced sales leader, cybersecurity professional, and conference speaker

Southern Arizona is ready to drive electric.

Tucson combines abundant sunshine, growing charging infrastructure, regional travel corridors, strong community interest, and expanding support for cleaner transportation.

DRIVE Electric Tucson helps translate that momentum into local connections and practical opportunities for residents to experience electric vehicles for themselves.

Expanding Charging Access

Public, workplace, residential, and corridor charging options continue to grow throughout the Tucson region.

Electric-Ready Development

Local planning and building requirements are helping prepare homes and commercial properties for future EV charging needs.

Utility Programs and Resources

Tucson-area drivers can explore utility programs, charging guidance, and other resources designed to support EV ownership.

Ideal Roads for Electric Adventures

From daily Tucson commutes to mountain drives and regional road trips, Southern Arizona offers countless ways to enjoy driving electric.

Help power Tucson’s electric future.

Bring your experience, questions, ideas, or curiosity. Join DRIVE Electric Tucson and help create a welcoming Southern Arizona community where people can learn about electric vehicles directly from the people who drive them.