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, 2023

$1,046.1 million allocated

$1,035.0 million implemented

$340.6 million benefiting priority populations

2,812,462 MTCO2e estimated GHG emissions reductions

399,824 projects implemented

At least $159.9 million benefiting low-income households

At least 41,486 projects benefiting low-income households

2023 Achievements

Reporting period:
Dec 1, 2022 – Nov 30, 2023

$27.0 million implemented

34,460 MTCO2e estimated GHG emissions reductions

167 full-time equivalent jobs reported

$20 million benefiting priority populations

19% benefiting disadvantaged communities

53% benefiting low income communities and households

28% benefiting other areas of California

Other Expected Benefits

4,468 pounds Nitrous Oxide (NOx) reductions

4,468 pounds particulate matter 2.5 (PM2.5) reductions

4,001,548 gallons fuel use avoided