Clean Vehicle Rebate Project

California Air Resources Board (CARB)

What does it fund?

Rebates for the purchase or lease of new, eligible light-duty vehicles, including electric, fuel-cell, and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.

Who is eligible for funds?

Individuals, businesses, and government entities.

CVRP Rebate Now offers the opportunity for low and moderate-income residents in San Diego County and the counties that make up the San Joaquin Valley to be preapproved for a CVRP rebate prior to purchasing or leasing an eligible vehicle.

How does this program provide benefits to priority populations?

Larger rebates are available for lower-income applicants and for public fleets located in disadvantaged communities.

How do I access funds?

First-come, first-served statewide.

Funding timeline

Funding is exhausted for standard and increased rebates, and a waitlist is in effect. Limited funding is available for Rebate Now.

Project Profiles

Read stories of projects funded by this program.

Cumulative Statistics

As of November 30, 2024

$1,040.7 million implemented

$345.0 million benefiting priority populations

2,818,449 MTCO2e estimated GHG emissions reductions

400,587 projects implemented

At least $163.3 million benefiting low-income households

At least 41,936 projects benefiting low-income households

2024 Achievements

Reporting period:
Dec 1, 2023 – Nov 30, 2024

$5.7 million implemented

5,987 MTCO2e estimated GHG emissions reductions

32 full-time equivalent jobs reported

$4.3 million benefiting priority populations

22% benefiting disadvantaged communities

53% benefiting low income communities and households

25% benefiting other areas of California

Other Expected Benefits

763 pounds nitrous oxide reductions

763 pounds particulate matter 2.5 reductions

710,312 gallons fuel use avoided