On What Is The Hybri we cover state programs because a $2,000 state rebate on top of a $3,750 federal credit changes the math on a PHEV. Programs change annually and some are first-come, first-served. Check the state energy office website before you count on it.
Top state incentives by value
| State | Cash rebate / tax credit | HOV access | Registration discount | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | Up to $7,500 (CVRP) + $2,000 for lower-income | Yes (clean air sticker) | Reduced | CVRP is first-come; funds often run out mid-year |
| New York | Up to $2,000 (Drive Clean) + $500 for used | Yes | Reduced | Income caps apply; check NYSDOT for current funding |
| Colorado | Up to $5,000 (state) + local add-ons | No | Reduced | Income-based; higher for used EVs |
| Massachusetts | Up to $1,500 (MOR-EV) + $1,000 used | No | Reduced | Dealer must be registered; out-of-state purchases excluded |
| Oregon | Up to $2,500 (state) + $2,500 federal match in some cases | No | Reduced | Income caps; funds often depleted early |
| Texas | None (state) | No | None | Some cities (Austin, Houston) have local programs |
| Florida | None (state) | Yes (EV only, not hybrids) | Reduced | HOV access for EVs only; hybrids pay full tolls |
Stacking rules
- Most states allow stacking the state rebate with the federal credit. A few (Colorado, Oregon) treat the federal credit as income that reduces your state rebate.
- Some states require the car to be purchased from an in-state dealer. Buying out of state can disqualify you.
- Used EV credits usually have tighter income caps and lower dollar amounts than new-car programs.
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Where to confirm your state program
State programs open, close and run out of money without much warning. Treat this page as a map and the sources below as the current position.
- Laws and incentives database, U.S. Department of Energy, Alternative Fuels Data Center: state rebates, HOV access, registration fees and which programs are still funded.
- Clean vehicle tax credits, Internal Revenue Service: federal credit amounts, income caps, MSRP caps and the point-of-sale transfer rules.
- Clean cars and zero-emission vehicle programs, California Air Resources Board: CARB-state emissions warranty rules and clean air vehicle decal eligibility.
- Drive Clean Rebate, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority: New York rebate amounts, eligible models and remaining program funding.
Last checked against these sources on July 17, 2026. Found a figure that no longer matches the source? Email [email protected] and we will fix or pull it. Full method: how we check the numbers.
State programs are funded by legislatures and can change mid-year. Always verify current funding status and income caps on the state energy office or DOT website before you buy.