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Yes, you can claim the federal EV tax credit regardless of whether your state offers its own incentives. The federal tax credit (up to $7,500) is administered by the IRS and depends on federal eligibility criteria, not state-level policies.
Key federal requirements include:
- Income limits: Modified AGI must not exceed $300k (joint filers), $225k (head of household), or $150k (single)
- MSRP caps: $80,000 for SUVs/vans/trucks, $55,000 for sedans/hatchbacks
- Assembly location: Must be manufactured in North America
- Purpose: Vehicle must be for personal use (not resale) and primarily driven in the U.S.
State-level EV incentives (if available) are separate programs that can sometimes be combined with the federal credit. The federal credit remains available even in states without additional incentives, provided you meet IRS requirements.
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