Oregon's EV Rebates Are Back. Here's How To Get Up To $7,500

Oregon is gearing up to restart its popular EV rebates program this month.

The Clean Vehicle Rebate Program reopens on August 25 and runs through November 4.

New and used EVs and PHEVs are eligible for state incentives.

Oregon residents and businesses looking to buy an electric car or a plug-in hybrid vehicle will be able to enjoy the state’s revamped rebate program, which goes live on August 25 and runs through November 4.

The incentives top out at $7,500, offering Oregonians the chance to offset the now-canceled federal tax credit, and both new and used EVs and PHEVs are eligible. However, the rebates are lower this year compared to previous sessions.

The Tesla Model Y is one of the EVs eligible for both the Standard and Charge Ahead rebates.

Photo by: Patrick George

For new vehicles, there are two rebate options available. The Standard Rebate, which is available to anyone who purchases or leases a new qualified vehicle for less than $50,000, offers $2,000 for a new EV and $1,500 for a new PHEV. Previously, the program offered $2,500 for both vehicle types.

Then, there’s the more generous Charge Ahead rebate, which is available for household incomes between $51,000 and $251,000. Qualifying applicants can receive $7,500 for a new EV, while a new PHEV purchase will result in a $5,000 rebate. Previously, the program offered $7,500 for both.

Used car buyers can also enjoy some incentives through the Used Charge Ahead rebates. For a qualified used EV, buyers can receive $4,000 or no more than 30% of the car’s price. Meanwhile, used PHEV buyers can get $2,500 or no more than the vehicle purchase price if it happens to cost less than $2,500. Last year, Oregon offered $5,000 for used EVs and PHEVs.