EV Tax Credit Eligibility Checker
See which U.S. clean-vehicle tax credits you likely qualify for — federal Clean Vehicle Credit and state-level incentives.
How the U.S. Clean Vehicle Credit Works
The federal Clean Vehicle Credit (IRC 30D) offers up to $7,500 on a new qualifying plug-in electric or fuel-cell vehicle. The credit has three main gates: the vehicle's MSRP must be under $55,000 for sedans or $80,000 for SUVs, vans, and pickups; your modified adjusted gross income must be under $300,000 (joint filers) or $150,000 (single filers); and the vehicle must meet final-assembly (North America) and battery-component / critical-mineral sourcing rules.
A separate previously-owned Clean Vehicle Credit (IRC 25E) offers up to $4,000 on a used qualifying EV priced under $25,000, with income limits of $150,000 (joint) and $75,000 (single). Leased EVs qualify for the full commercial credit, which lessors often pass through as a lower payment.
On top of the federal credit, many states offer their own rebates, tax credits, reduced registration fees, or HOV-lane access — California, New York, Colorado, and Massachusetts are among the most active. State programs and funding change often, so check with your state's energy office or DMV before counting on any state money.
Starting in 2024, the federal credit can also be transferred to a registered dealer at the point of sale as a cash discount (effectively lowering your purchase price) instead of being claimed on your taxes — which can help if you don't have enough tax liability to use the full credit.