RFA has proudly partnered with Girls Auto Clinic (GAC) to expand ethanol education and outreach to a growing audience: women who are actively engaged in car buying, maintenance, and repair.
Founded in 2013 by Patrice Banks, GAC equips women, also known as “shecanics,” with the knowledge and confidence to take charge of their automotive experiences. Through hands-on education and real-world application, GAC helps women make informed decisions while also encouraging greater representation across the automotive industry.
“The Girls Auto Clinic Car Care Workshop is an in-depth, interactive and fun way for women to learn about their cars, what maintenance they can do to prolong the life of their car (and save money), how to talk to a mechanic, and what to do in an emergency,” said Banks. “And with RFA’s support, we’re able to reach even more women across the country.”
This collaboration introduces women to the benefits of ethanol, including cost savings, cleaner air, and the advantages of higher blends like E15 and E85. To date, RFA has sponsored multiple Car Care Workshops across the country, each providing a practical, approachable way to connect fuel education with everyday driving decisions.
The partnership has also extended beyond workshops. Banks has joined RFA on stage at the National Ethanol Conference in Orlando, sharing her perspective on consumer education, brand-building, and reaching new audiences in meaningful ways.
RFA also had the opportunity to attend a GAC workshop firsthand. Read more about that experience here: Wheels, Women, and a Workshop Worth Waking Up For.
To learn more about the partnership, read Girls Auto Clinic's feature on their blog: Revolutionizing Car Care: Girls Auto Clinic and RFA Join Forces for a Greener, Knowledgeable Future.
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