RESOURCES & EVENTS
COME ALONG FOR THE RIDE
Get behind the wheel and see for yourself how electric vehicles are helping drive Alabama forward by saving you money, making your life more convenient, and creating jobs across the state.
Stay in the know with EV news and get updates for events happening near you.
Upcoming Events
Find an upcoming event near you and get in the driver’s seat.
04/25/26 8:00am - 12:00pm
The Pepper Place 2930 3rd Ave. S Birmingham, AL 35233
04/25/26 10:00am - 2:00pm
Chickasabogue Park 760 Aldock Rd Eight Mile, AL 36613
10/10/26 8:00am - 12:00pm
The Pepper Place 2930 3rd Ave. S Birmingham, AL 35233
EV Car Dealership Program
Do you represent a car dealership and want to participate in the Drive Electric Alabama EV Car Dealership Program? Are you a consumer considering whether an EV makes sense under your circumstances?
Complete the form below and someone from the Alabama Clean Fuels Coalition (ACFC) will contact you to follow-up. Your contact information will not be shared with any other third party without your consent. ACFC may connect consumers with dealerships participating in the program. These connections can lead to discussion of topics including available EV inventory, how to test drive an EV, vehicle-specific topics like battery range and charging needs, warranty terms and maintenance requirements associated with EV ownership.
Participating Dealerships
Bessemer
Pell City
Ride & Drives
Ride & Drives let you experience electric vehicles up close and in person. Real EV owners are on hand to answer your questions and help clear the air on any hesitations you have around driving electric, like range anxiety, battery life, hauling capacity, maintenance costs and everyday use.
The Intersection of Innovation and Collaboration
It’s not a myth. It’s not a fad. Electric vehicles are taking off in Alabama, adding jobs and charging stations across the state.
MORE JOBS FOR ALABAMA
Alabama is known as an auto manufacturing powerhouse, and believe it or not, electric vehicles are building on that legacy by creating thousands more jobs across the state. Alabama-based EV jobs are growing across many functionalities, including manufacturing, supply chain, battery production, charging infrastructure and installation, and industry research and development.
18 GRANTS
Governor Kay Ivey has awarded 18 grants to help Alabamians switch to EVs.
600 JOBS
Mercedes-Benz is creating more than 600 new jobs in their $1 billion expansion.
$59 MILLION
DURA Automotive Systems is investing $59 million to open a manufacturing facility for EV battery trays.
$7.4 Billion
Hyundai is investing $7.4 billion to produce EVs worldwide, including in Montgomery.
In the News
Electric vehicles are making headlines across Alabama. Explore recent articles to learn more about the many benefits of driving electric.
Wetumpka getting EV chargers as a part of Walmart’s national strategy
AL.com, January 2026
Some Walmart customers in 19 states, including Alabama, will soon notice a change in their store’s parking lot.
EV owners celebrated National Drive Electric Month at Pepper Place among other Alabama locations
Alabama News Center, January 2026
EV owners displayed a variety of EVs, including SUVs and full-sized pick-up trucks, at Saturday’s EVent, as members of the Birmingham Chapter of Drive Electric Alabama talked one-on-one with anyone interested in learning more about EV costs, technology, range and charging infrastructure. Many bragged about their costs savings on fuel and maintenance when comparing an EV to a gas-powered vehicle.
It’s all about flexibility for Alabama automakers
Axios Huntsville, October 2025
Automotive manufacturing is a huge part of Alabama's economy — it's the state's top export, supports more than 50,000 jobs and drives billions in investment.
We can’t let China lead in future of automobile industry
Rep. Mike Shaw, September 2025
In Alabama, we understand what it means to build things that matter. We’ve long been home to builders and winners – our steel won wars and built the skyscrapers of American prosperity. Now, we are a top state for automotive manufacturing and the No. 1 automotive exporter in the U.S.
Electric vehicle groups to showcase cars in North Alabama events as tax credit deadline looms
AL.com, September 2025
A variety of electric vehicles will be on display at two events in north Alabama over the next two weeks. Electric vehicle owners will be on hand to talk with anyone interested in owning the vehicles.
Study finds Alabama making progress improving EV infrastructure
USA Today, September 2025
The U.S. is improving its charging speed, with states like Alabama and Kentucky making significant gains in the rankings.