Yes, several U.S. states currently offer rebates for electric motorcycles as part of their clean vehicle incentive programs. The specific amounts and eligibility requirements vary by state:
- California: The Clean Vehicle Rebate Project (CVRP) offers a $750 rebate on new electric motorcycle purchases statewide. Additional rebates are available in specific regions, such as $1,000 in the San Joaquin Valley and $900 in Monterey, Santa Cruz, or San Benito counties.
- Illinois: The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) provides a $1,500 rebate for electric motorcycle purchases. Applicants must be Illinois residents, purchase and retain ownership of the vehicle for at least one year, and apply within 90 days of purchase.
- Pennsylvania: The Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Rebate offers $500 for electric motorcycles. This program has income eligibility requirements and vehicle purchase price caps. Some utility companies in Pennsylvania also provide small rebates or bill credits for electric motorcycle owners.
- Oregon: The Oregon Clean Vehicle Rebate program offers a $750 rebate for electric motorcycles priced $50,000 or less, available to residents, businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies.
- Maryland: Offers a $1,000 excise tax credit for zero-emission electric motorcycles.
- Texas (Austin area): The Austin Electric Ride Rebate provides a $600 rebate for electric motorcycles.
- Florida (Orlando Utilities Commission area): Offers a $200 rebate on electric motorcycle purchases.
These incentives are administered at the state or local utility level and often have specific income, price, or residency requirements. The federal electric motorcycle tax credit has expired, increasing the importance of state and local rebates for buyers.
To summarize, states including California, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Oregon, Maryland, Texas, and Florida offer rebates ranging from $200 to $1,500 for electric motorcycles. These programs are designed to encourage adoption of zero-emission two-wheelers and may be supplemented by utility-specific incentives.
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