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Electric Vehicle Incentive Program

We are no longer accepting applications for the Electric Vehicle Incentive Program FY 24-25 as funding is exhausted.

 

An ad for an electric vehicle incentive program with different rebates listed for types of vehicles by the Monterey Bay Air Resources District.

The first eligible purchase or lease date (date of signature) is July 1, 2024. Purchases and leases made prior to this date are NOT ELIGIBLE!

Ensure your NEW vehicle is on the New Vehicle Eligibility List for Purchase Incentive Programs OR the Eligible Carpool Sticker List BEFORE purchasing or leasing. Used vehicles do not need to be listed but the sale price (excluding taxes, fees, waranties, and accessories) of a used OEM full electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle must not exceed $60,000.

The primary buyer/lessee (usually the first name on the sales agreement and registration) must be the one to apply for EVIP. If there is a co-buyer/lessee, the incentive will be issued in the form of a dual party check.

Eligible and complete applications are reviewed in order of submission, and incentives are limited to one per address within the same program year.

 

Download the Full Eligibility Rules for EVIP FY 2024-25

 

Low Income qualified residents may be eligible for doubled incentive amounts!

We cannot and will not accept your W-2, Form 1040, pay stubs or other income documents for eligiblity verification. Applicants must submit letterhead documentation to demonstrate eligibility for the increased low-income incentive. Eligibility for the low-income incentive is determined by being in full agreement with a section of the Low-Income Qualifying List below:

Low-Income Qualifying List FY24-25

 

What are electric vehicles?

Electric vehicles are powered by rechargeable battery packs. The benefits of EVs include:

  • Lower fuel costs
  • Lower maintenance costs
  • Zero air emissions
  • Fuel while you sleep

 

How far can I drive an electric vehicle?

It depends upon your choice of electric vehicle and your driving style. Pure battery electric vehicles can generally go 60 to 310 miles on a full charge, which is plenty of range for most people. If more range flexibility is needed, however, a plug-in hybrid might be a better fit. They can generally run on battery alone for 10 to 40 miles, and then continue up to 400 miles as a gasoline-electric hybrid.

 

Where can I plug in my electric vehicle?

Most people will charge their electric vehicles at home; however, there are many public charging stations available in our area and beyond. To find a charging station near you go to: http://www.plugshare.com/

 

May I get help picking an EV and applying for incentives?

The Central Coast EV Purchase Guidance Program helps low-to-middle income residents through the entire process of buying an electric vehicle (EV) or plug-in hybrid (PHEV). Staffed by bilingual community-based organizations and professional advisors. https://www.evsforeveryone.org/

 

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Questions?  Contact our EVIP Team: