Driving Clean Assistance Program (DCAP)

Read more about Driving Clean Assistance Program (DCAP)

Incentive Website

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The Driving Assistance Program provides grants and affordable financing to help low-income Californians purchase a new or used battery electric, plug-in hybrid or fuel-cell electric vehicle. DCAP offers two pathways to getting into your new clean air vehicle- Clean Cars for All (a scrap and replace program) or Financing Assistance (no scrapping required). Both pathways offer down-payment assistance in the form of upfront grants that are paid directly to the dealerships and do not need to be paid back. Qualified applicants may be eligible for grants up to $12,000 through Clean Cars for All or $7,500 through Financing Assistance. Please view program website for eligibility requirements and incentive details.

incentive type

Vehicle

Incentive Description

State Incentive

Vehicle Type

Battery-Electric

Plug-in Hybrid

Hydrogen Fuel Cell

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User Type

Individual

Maximum Incentive Amount

$12,000

New or Used

New

Used

Income Eligible Only

Battery-Electric Incentive Amount

$12000

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Incentive Amount

$12000

Plug-in Hybrid Incentive Amount

$11500

Incentive Group

Vehicle Tax Credits and Rebates

FPL Income Percentage

225%

300%

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Income-qualified buyers are eligible for a grant up to $12,000 through Clean Cars for All or $7,500 through Financing Assitance for a purchase or lease of a new or used BEV/PHEV/FCEV.

San Diego Air Pollution Control District - Clean Cars 4 All

Read more about San Diego Air Pollution Control District - Clean Cars 4 All

Incentive Website

https://www.sdcc4a.org/Clean_Cars/Home

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Clean Cars 4 All (CC4A) is an incentive program offered to income-qualified residents in disadvantaged communities. The program provides grants to help residents retire their old vehicles and replace them with zero or near-zero emission vehicle or transit cards. Depending on income and mobility options, participants can receive up to $12,000 for the purchase of an eligible new or used vehicle or the lease of an eligible new vehicle.

incentive type

Vehicle

Incentive Description

Local Incentive

Vehicle Type

scrap retire

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User Type

Maximum Incentive Amount

$12,000

New or Used

New

Used

Income Eligible Only

Battery-Electric Incentive Amount

$12000

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Incentive Amount

$12000

Plug-in Hybrid Incentive Amount

$11500

Incentive Group

Vehicle Tax Credits and Rebates

FPL Income Percentage

225%

300%

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Eligible buyers may receive up to $12,000 to replace a high-polluting vehicle with a qualifying new or used BEV/PHEV.

Sacramento Metropolitan AQMD - Clean Cars 4 All

Read more about Sacramento Metropolitan AQMD - Clean Cars 4 All

Incentive Website

https://www.airquality.org/SacCleanCars4All/Pages/default.aspx

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incentive type

Vehicle

Incentive Description

Local Incentive

Vehicle Type

scrap retire

Yes

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zipcode

User Type

Maximum Incentive Amount

$12,000

New or Used

New

Used

Income Eligible Only

Battery-Electric Incentive Amount

$12000

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Incentive Amount

$12000

Plug-in Hybrid Incentive Amount

$11500

Incentive Group

Vehicle Tax Credits and Rebates

FPL Income Percentage

225%

300%

400%

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Eligible buyers may receive up to $12,000 to replace a high-polluting vehicle with a qualifying new or used BEV/PHEV/HFC or Hybrid.

Consumer Assistance Program - Vehicle Retirement (Income Qualified)

Read more about Consumer Assistance Program - Vehicle Retirement (Income Qualified)

Incentive Website

https://bar.ca.gov/cap/retirement#step-1.review-eligibility-requirements

incentive program desc

The Consumer Assistance Program's (CAP) vehicle retirement option offers eligible consumers an incentive to retire their operational vehicle. Consumers meeting the income eligibility requirement may receive up to $2,000 for their retired vehicle. All other vehicle owners may receive $1,350 to retire their vehicle at a BAR-contracted dismantler. To determine your eligibility and incentive amount, start the application process on the program website.
To be eligible for the $2,000 incentive, your gross household income must be less than or equal to 225% of the federal poverty level and your vehicle must fail its most recent Smog Check inspection.

incentive type

Other

Incentive Description

State Incentive

Vehicle Type

Compressed Natural Gas

Ethanol

Gasoline

Diesel

scrap retire

Yes

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User Type

Individual

Maximum Incentive Amount

$2,000

New or Used

New

Used

Income Eligible Only

Incentive Group

Vehicle Tax Credits and Rebates

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Income-qualified consumers can receive up to $2,000 to retire a qualifying operational internal combustion engine vehicle..

South Coast Air Quality Management District - Replace Your Ride

Read more about South Coast Air Quality Management District - Replace Your Ride

Incentive Website

https://xappprod.aqmd.gov/RYR/Home

incentive program desc

The South Coast Air Quality Management District is offering up to $12,000 to replace your 2010 or older vehicle with Plug-in Hybrid, Fuel Cell, or Battery Electric Vehicle. The program is limited to vehicle owners residing in the jurisdiction of the South Coast Air Quality Management District who meet the income and vehicle requirements.
Visit the program website to view eligibility requirements and see vehicle replacement options.

incentive type

Vehicle

Incentive Description

Local Incentive

Vehicle Type

scrap retire

Yes

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zipcode

User Type

Maximum Incentive Amount

$12,000

New or Used

New

Used

Income Eligible Only

Battery-Electric Incentive Amount

$12000

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Incentive Amount

$12000

Plug-in Hybrid Incentive Amount

$11500

Incentive Group

Vehicle Tax Credits and Rebates

FPL Income Percentage

225%

300%

400%

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Eligible buyers may receive up to $12,000 to replace a high-polluting vehicle with a qualifying new or used BEV/PHEV/HFC or Hybrid.

Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District - Old Car Buyback and Scrap Program

Read more about Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District - Old Car Buyback and Scrap Program

Incentive Website

https://www.ourair.org/old-car-buy-back-program/

incentive program desc

Cars and trucks are a major source of smog pollution in Santa Barbara County, and older vehicles cause much more air pollution than newer ones. The Old Car Buy Back program is designed to take older vehicles off the road. A licensed auto dismantler will permanently destroy (i.e. crush) cars and trucks voluntarily retired under this program.
The District will pay you $2,200 for your 2002 or older vehicle if it meets the program requirements. View the full list of eligibility requirements on the program website.

incentive type

Vehicle

Incentive Description

Local Incentive

Vehicle Type

scrap retire

Yes

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zipcode

User Type

Maximum Incentive Amount

$2,200

New or Used

New

Used

Income Eligible Only

Incentive Group

Vehicle Tax Credits and Rebates

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Consumers can receive $2,200 to retire a qualifying operational internal combustion engine vehicle.

San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District - Drive Clean Replace Program

Read more about San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District - Drive Clean Replace Program

Incentive Website

https://valleyair.org/grants/drive-clean-in-the-san-joaquin/replace/

incentive program desc

Vehicle owners residing in the jurisdiction of the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District who meet the income and vehicle requirements may be eligible to replace their older, high-polluting vehicle with a newer hybrid or electric vehicle. Funding is available based on the type of vehicle the applicant intends to purchase, household income, and whether the applicant lives in a Disadvantaged Community. Please see website for all eligibility requirements and resources.

incentive type

Vehicle

Incentive Description

Local Incentive

Vehicle Type

scrap retire

Yes

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zipcode

User Type

Maximum Incentive Amount

$11,500

New or Used

New

Used

Income Eligible Only

Battery-Electric Incentive Amount

$12000

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Incentive Amount

$12000

Plug-in Hybrid Incentive Amount

$11500

Incentive Group

Vehicle Tax Credits and Rebates

FPL Income Percentage

225%

300%

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Eligible buyers may receive up to $11,500 to replace a high-polluting vehicle with a qualifying new or used BEV/PHEV or Hybrid.

Bay Area Air Quality Management District - Clean Cars for All

Read more about Bay Area Air Quality Management District - Clean Cars for All

Incentive Website

http://www.baaqmd.gov/funding-and-incentives/residents/clean-cars-for-all

incentive program desc

The Bay Area Air Quality Management District provides incentives of up to $12,000 for low-income Bay Area residents to retire their qualified operating and registered 2007 or older vehicle and replace it with a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, battery-electric, or to get a Clipper Card for public transit. Applicants must have an annual household income less than or equal to 400 percent of the federal poverty level to be eligible. Visit the program website for more information about eligibility requirements.

incentive type

Vehicle

Incentive Description

Local Incentive

Vehicle Type

scrap retire

Yes

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zipcode

User Type

Maximum Incentive Amount

$12,000

New or Used

New

Used

Income Eligible Only

Battery-Electric Incentive Amount

$12000

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Incentive Amount

$12000

Plug-in Hybrid Incentive Amount

$11500

Incentive Group

Vehicle Tax Credits and Rebates

FPL Income Percentage

225%

300%

400%

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Eligible buyers may receive up to $12,000 to replace a high-polluting vehicle with a qualifying new or used BEV/PHEV, Hybrid, or Clipper Card for public transportation.

Antelope Valley Air Quality Management District - Old Car Buyback and Scrap Program

Read more about Antelope Valley Air Quality Management District - Old Car Buyback and Scrap Program

Incentive Website

https://www.avaqmd.ca.gov/1-000-for-your-2003-or-older-car-truck-van

incentive program desc

The Antelope Valley Old Car Buy Back and Scrap Program will pay $1,000 for a qualified operating and registered 2003 or older vehicle. This Voluntary Accelerated Vehicle Retirement (VAVR) Program is not operated by the State of California. Your participation is entirely voluntary. Incentives will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until the available funds are exhausted. The vehicle must be a 2003 or older passenger car or a light duty pickup truck that includes, but is not limited to, a pickup truck, SUV, or van up to 10,000 pounds gross vehicular weight rating. Please visit the program website for additional qualification requirements.

incentive type

Vehicle

Incentive Description

Local Incentive

Vehicle Type

scrap retire

Yes

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zipcode

User Type

Maximum Incentive Amount

$1,000

New or Used

New

Used

Income Eligible Only

Incentive Group

Vehicle Tax Credits and Rebates

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Consumers can receive $1,000 to retire a qualified operating and registered 2003 or older vehicle.

Monterey Bay Air Resources District (MBARD) - Electric Vehicle Incentives Program

Read more about Monterey Bay Air Resources District (MBARD) - Electric Vehicle Incentives Program

Incentive Website

https://www.mbard.org/monterey-bay-electric-vehicle-incentive-program

incentive program desc

Monterey Bay Air Resources District offers incentives for qualified new or used alternative fuel vehicle. Rebate options available:
New Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles: $2,500
New BEVs: $1,500 / Used BEVs: $1,000
New PHEVs: $750 / Used PHEVs: $500
Income qualified residents may be eligible for doubled incentive amounts, please see website for program requirements.

incentive type

Vehicle

Incentive Description

Local Incentive

Vehicle Type

Battery-Electric

Plug-in Hybrid

Hydrogen Fuel Cell

scrap retire

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Local

zipcode