WHAT WE DO
Accelerating the Adoption of Electric Vehicles
The mission of the Electric Vehicle Association of Ohio is to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles by empowering our statewide, member-driven network of local volunteers to educate communities, share real-world EV experiences, and inform decision-making.
Who We Are
EVA of Ohio equips individuals and communities with unbiased, experience-based information about electric vehicles; provides national resources and support for chapter-led outreach and educational events; and coordinates with policymakers and stakeholders by sharing member insights to inform decision-making.
Located in Ohio With National Reach
We are affiliated with the Electric Vehicle Association which has chapters with thousands of members across the United States. EVA supports current and future EV drivers by providing clear, practical information that bridges real-world experience, policy, and community needs.
Nonprofit and Nonpartisan
EVA of Ohio is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, tax-exempt organization based in the state of Ohio.
Officers and Directors
A Board of Directors elected by our members oversees the EVA of Ohio chapter and its activities. which are organized by volunteers who live throughout the Buckeye State.
Rap Hankins
President
Trotwood, Ohio
Chris Celek
Vice President
Springboro, Ohio
Jim Kelly
Treasurer
Springboro, Ohio
Brent Boyd
West Chester, Ohio
Eric Brockman
Huber Heights, Ohio
Gary Heaton
Indian Hill, Ohio
Richard Liston
Beavercreek, Ohio
Joseph Ortiz
Hudson, Ohio
Alex Rolland
Yellow Springs, Ohio
Janice Williams
Dayton, Ohio
Our History
EVA of Ohio was founded in 2017 as Drive Electric Dayton by electric vehicle owners who wanted to help people in the Dayton region discover more about the financial, health, and performance benefits of driving electric.
The chapter attracted members and local business sponsors as a result of the hundreds of EV education events, including ride-and-drive programs EVA of Ohio has sponsored or participated in with schools, community groups, and local businesses and governments.
We’re among the largest EVA chapters in the United States. National and state organizations such as EVA, Plug In America, Black Environmental Leaders, the National League of Cities, and the Sustainable Ohio Public Energy Council have honored EVA of Ohio for our outstanding EV education programs and community involvement.
Today EVA of Ohio operates statewide, with teams of enthusiastic EV owners organizing opportunities for more Ohioans to experience how electric vehicles can help them reduce costs, protect the environment, and create jobs to power the Buckeye State for years to come.