The 2026 federal Clean Vehicle Credit still offers up to $7,500 on new EVs and $4,000 on qualifying used EVs, with the point-of-sale option that turns the credit into an immediate dealer discount. This page summarizes who qualifies, which vehicles still qualify, and the state-level credits worth stacking.
Section 30D. Requires North American final assembly, battery sourcing thresholds, MSRP cap ($55k cars / $80k SUVs and trucks), and buyer income cap ($150k single / $300k joint). Models meeting both critical-mineral and battery-component rules get the full $7,500.
Section 25E. 30% of price up to $4,000. Used EV must be at least 2 model years old, sold by a dealer, under $25k. Buyer income cap ($75k single / $150k joint). One credit per VIN, one per buyer per 3 years.
Since 2024, buyers can transfer the credit to the dealer at the time of sale for an immediate price reduction. Eliminates the wait until tax filing. About 75% of new EV buyers in 2025 used this route.
30% up to $1,000 for residential EV charger and install. Applies even if you take the vehicle credit. Available through 2032.
Leased EVs qualify under Section 45W (Commercial Clean Vehicle Credit). No MSRP or income caps. Lease company typically passes $7,500 along as a "cap cost reduction".
CA CVRP/CVAP ($2,000-7,500), CO ($5,000-12,500 in 2026), NJ ZEV ($4,000), NY Drive Clean ($2,000), CT CHEAPR ($2,250). Most stack with federal. Utility rebates often add another $500-1,500.
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Yes for now, under current law. Section 30D continues through 2032 with annual minerals/components thresholds rising each year. Confirm at fueleconomy.gov before purchase - the eligible model list updates monthly.
Tesla Model 3, Model Y, Cybertruck; Chevrolet Equinox EV, Blazer EV, Silverado EV; Ford F-150 Lightning, Mustang Mach-E (select trims); Cadillac LYRIQ; Honda Prologue. Lists change as battery sourcing changes.
Yes, indirectly. Leased EVs use the Section 45W commercial credit ($7,500) without MSRP or income caps. The lessor passes the savings via reduced cap cost. Confirm the discount is in your lease paperwork.
Yes - up to $4,000 (Section 25E). Vehicle must be at least 2 model years old, sold by a dealer at under $25k. Income cap $75k single / $150k joint. One per VIN per 3 years.
New: $150k single / $225k head of household / $300k joint. Used: $75k single / $112.5k HoH / $150k joint. Look at your modified AGI for either the year of purchase or the prior year - whichever is lower.
Yes - the point-of-sale (POS) transfer option lets the dealer give you the credit as an immediate price reduction. You sign IRS Form 15400, the dealer files electronically, and IRS reimburses the dealer within 72 hours.