Electric Vehicle Offers & Information

Silicon Valley Power is ready to get you charged up through our Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station rebate program. This program offers EV charging station rebates for home, multifamily housing, schools, non-profit and commercial facilities. There is an additional grant available to multi-family housing units that provide below market rental units. Restrictions apply and program rules are subject to change.

Silicon Valley Power customers are eligible for a rebate of $1,000 when you upgrade your electric panel to accommodate additional load from converting natural gas to electric appliances and adding a Level 2 EV charger to your home. Income-qualified customers may be eligible for a bonus incentive of $1,000 for a total of $2,000. Customers who meet the LIHEAP income qualifications may be eligible for a bonus incentive of $1,000, for a total of $3,000. Restrictions apply and program rules are subject to change.

Silicon Valley Power offers incentives to income-qualified customers for the purchase of a new or used EV or plug-in hybrid vehicle. Receive $1,500 for a fully electric vehicle or $1,000 for a plug-in hybrid vehicle. This rebate can be combined with other programs, such as the Clean Fuel Rewards program. Restrictions apply and program rules are subject to change.

The federal tax credit for new and used electric vehicles ended on September 30, 2025. If you purchased a qualified vehicle before that date, you may be able to claim the tax credit on your 2025 federal income tax return.

New Vehicle Clean Credit up to $7,500.
You may qualify for a credit up to $7,500 if you bought a new, qualified plug-in EV before September 30, 2025. Under certain conditions between a dealership and a seller, "leasing" a vehicle may allow the purchase to be treated as a "commercial vehicle," thus making it eligible for the full tax credit without satisfying some of the strict program eligibility requirements. Be sure to inquire with the dealership and a tax professional when researching purchase options.

Used Vehicle Clean Credit up to $4,000.
If you bought a qualified used electric vehicle (EV) from a licensed dealer for $25,000 or less before September 30, 2025, you may be eligible for a used clean vehicle tax credit. The credit equals 30% of the sale price up to a maximum credit of $4,000. Additional Details.

The credit is nonrefundable, so you can't get back more on the credit than you owe in taxes. You can't apply any excess credit to future tax years.

CVRP program funding availability changes periodically, be sure to visit the program website for current information.

The CVRP is administered throughout the state for the California Air Resources Board, part of the California Environmental Protection Agency.

The California Clean Fuel Reward has temporarily been reduced to $0, but is still providing EV information and resources to support their goal of reducing carbon emissions. Check the program website for more details.

The program will continue to be monitored and restored if/when conditions change.

Income-qualified customers may qualify for the following options offered through this statewide program aimed at making clean vehicles accessible and affordable:

A cash grant of $7,000 for a plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) and $7,500 for a battery electric (BEV) or fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV).

A Level 2 charging station installed in your home by GRID Alternatives, up to $2,000 value.

A $1,000 prepaid charge credit valid at public EVGO charging stations plus a lower-speed portable charger.

Incentive amounts and availability are subject to change, be sure to visit the program website to make sure it is currently accepting applications.

The Driving Clean Assistance Program (DCAP), in partnership with the California Air Resources Board (CARB), provides incentives statewide in California to assist low-income and disadvantaged communities in purchasing clean air vehicles. This program aims to combat climate change and predatory lending practices while also offering continuous financial coaching.

If you install qualified vehicle refueling and recharging property at your home, including electric vehicle charging equipment, you may be eligible for a credit of up to $1,000 for each item of property.

Eligible clean air vehicles (CAVs) with valid clean air vehicle decals can travel toll free or at a discounted rate on Bay Area express lanes and state-owned bridges (not including the Golden Gate Bridge). In order to receive the correct discount, eligible clean air vehicles should use a FasTrak Flex or FasTrak CAV toll tag.

The federal government ended the CAVD program at midnight on September 30, 2025, pursuant to Section 166 of Title 23 of the United States Code. While the federal government gave the DMV the authority to create the CAVD program, the state had to follow federal regulations that expired.

The Bay Area Air Quality Management District is administering a Clean Cars for All program that provides grants for income-qualified Bay Area residents to retire their older car and replace it with a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or battery electric vehicle, or to get a Clipper Card for public transit.

The program is supported by the California Climate Investments program, a statewide initiative that addresses climate change by reducing greenhouse gases and improving air quality.

The BAR vehicle retirement program offers an incentive for retiring your operational vehicle. To qualify, your vehicle must be drivable and you must meet eligibility requirements. If you meet the income requirements, you may receive $1,500 or $2,000 to retire your vehicle. If you don't meet the income requirements, you may receive $1,350 to retire your vehicle.

The Bay Area Air Quality Management District offers eligible applicants $1,000 to take their operating and registered vehicle off the road. Vehicle must be a 1996 or older model and must have passed its most recent smog check inspection.

Contact: Environmental Engineering Studies, Inc. at 1-855-343-7314

Level 2 electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) provides charging through a 240 V AC plug. Level 2 adds about 10 to 60 miles of range to a vehicle per hour of charging time, making it far more convenient than standard 120 V AC charging, which adds about 2 to 5 miles per hour of charging. Additionally, level 2 charging is a more energy-efficient method of charging, as most EV have on-board components that require additional electricity the entire time the EV is plugged in.