What Is the Clean Vehicle Rebate Program?

Did you know that California is the leading state for clean vehicle adoption? While there are more plug-in vehicles on the Cali roadways than any other state, this is just the starting point. The Clean Vehicle Rebate Program (CVRP) is a way to promote clean vehicle adoption in California. 

Through this rebate program, drivers can receive an up to $7,000 rebate for the purchase or lease of a new, eligible zero-emission or plug-in hybrid vehicle. Not only will this give drivers an incentive to get behind the clean-vehicle movement, but it also promotes a shift from gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles.

Did you know that shifting away from gas-powered and diesel-powered vehicles can have many economic and environmental benefits like reduced greenhouse gas emissions and less air pollution? As climate change rises, the CVRP can be a great starting point towards a healthier planet. 

Is My Vehicle Eligible for a Rebate?

To qualify for this rebate program, your vehicle must follow these standards:

• Be on the Eligible Vehicles List: This list is comprised of electric, plug-in hybrid, and fuel cell vehicles from many manufacturers. Interested in a Mitsubishi? You can check out the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, our all-new electric crossover.
• Be New: Your vehicle must be a new model that you recently leased or purchased from its original manufacturer. 
• Be Registered as New in California: To be eligible, you must have bought or leased the vehicle in the state of California. 

For your vehicle to qualify, the vehicle’s odometer must read below 7,500 miles at the time of purchase or lease. 

How Do I Apply?

Interested in being a part of the Clean Vehicle Rebate Program? To be an applicant, you must meet a few requirements, such as:

• Must be a California citizen, business, nonprofit, or government entity
• Must meet income eligibility requirements
• Must apply before CVRP funds are exhausted

You may be wondering, “How do I apply for the CVRP?” You can apply on their website after you’ve double-checked that you fit all requirements. It’s important to note that you will have to apply within three months of the vehicle purchase or lease. 

If funds are available, interested drivers will be able to get a rebate. However, when funds are exhausted, drivers who applied will be put on a waitlist. Those on the waitlist will receive their rebate when the project receives funds.