Overview
- Newsom's administration published initial program language in a budget trailer bill directing CARB to design rebates for first-time zero-emission vehicle buyers.
- The proposal covers new and used vehicles and would deliver incentives at the point of sale to cut upfront costs.
- Automakers must match state rebates dollar for dollar to participate, effectively doubling available funds for eligible models.
- CARB says it will finalize per-vehicle rebate amounts and other details later this month, with vehicle price caps aligned to prior IRA limits.
- The plan responds to the federal rollback of EV credits under President Trump and still requires approval by the California Legislature as officials engage automakers in Detroit.