New York EV incentives and laws
State incentives, charger programs and rules for electric vehicles, summarised from the U.S. Department of Energy with a link to the full text.
Alternative Fuel Vehicle Research and Development Funding
GrantsAlternative Fuel Infrastructure OperatorAlternative Fuel ProducerAlternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Manufacturer / RetrofitterCommercialGovernment Entity
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority's (NYSERDA) Clean Transportation Program provides funding for projects that enhance mobility, improve efficiency, reduce congestion, and diversify transportation methods and fuels through research and development of advanced technologies. NYSERDA offers annual solicitations that support new product development and demonstration as well as research on new transportation policies and strategies. NYSERDA also supports projects that demonstrate the benefits of commercially available products that are underutilized in New York State. Once…
Alternative Fueling Infrastructure Tax Credit
Tax IncentivesAlternative Fuel Infrastructure Operator
A state tax credit is available for alternative fuel vehicle fueling infrastructure installed in the state. The tax credit is equal to 50% of the infrastructure cost, up to a \$5,000 credit. This includes infrastructure for storing or dispensing an alternative fuel into a motor vehicle's fuel tank, as well as infrastructure used for charging electric vehicles. Eligible alternative fuels include natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas, hydrogen, electricity, and any other fuel that is a least 85% ethanol or other alcohol. (Reference [New York Tax Law](http://public.leginfo.state.ny.us/lawssrch.cgi…
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Rebate
RebatesAlternative Fuel Infrastructure OperatorCommercialGovernment EntityMultifamily HousingOther
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority's (NYSERDA) Charge Ready NY program offers rebates for public and private entities toward the purchase and installation of Level 2 EV chargers at public parking facilities, workplaces, and multi-unit dwellings. Rebates are available for \$3,000 per port. Disadvantaged communities may receive an additional rebate of \$1,000 per Level 2 EV charger. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including application guidelines, see the NYSERDA [Charge Ready NY](https://www.nyserda.ny.gov/All-Programs/Charge-Ready-NY) webs…
Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebate Program
RebatesCommercialGovernment EntityPersonal Vehicle Owner / Driver
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) provides rebates of up to \$2,000 for the purchase or lease of a new eligible EV. Rebate amounts vary based on a vehicle's all-electric range and manufacturer's suggested retail price. For more information, including a list of eligible vehicles, see the NYSERDA [Drive Clean Rebate](https://www.nyserda.ny.gov/All-Programs/Drive-Clean-Rebate-For-Electric-Cars-Program) website.
Electric Vehicle Emissions Inspection Exemption
ExemptionsCommercialGovernment EntityPersonal Vehicle Owner / Driver
Vehicles powered exclusively by electricity are exempt from state motor vehicle emissions inspections. For more information, see the [New York Vehicle Inspection Program](https://dmv.ny.gov/new-york-state-vehicle-safetyemissions-inspection-program) website. (Reference [New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Regulations Chapter III, Part 217-6.2](http://www.dec.ny.gov/regulations/regulations.html))
Heavy-Duty Alternative Fuel and Advanced Vehicle Purchase Vouchers
RebatesCommercialGovernment EntityTransit
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) Truck Voucher Incentive Program provides incentives for three funding tracks: all-electric and hydrogen fuel cell class 3 through 8 zero emission vehicles, non-road electric equipment, and transit buses. Incentives are released on a staggered schedule and depend on funding available for each track. Class 3 through 8 ZEV incentives are distributed based on the following criteria, including incentives for reducing tailpipe pollutants in disadvantaged communities (DACs) and class 8 fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs): --------…
New York's National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Planning
GrantsGovernment Entity
The U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) [NEVI Formula Program](https://afdc.energy.gov/laws/12744) required the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) to submit an annually updated EV Infrastructure Deployment Plan (Plan) for fiscal years 2022 through 2026 to their FHWA Division Office, describing how the state intended to distribute NEVI funds and their physical and cybersecurity strategies, and including a Community Engagement Outcomes Report. The submitted plans must address updated [NEVI Guidance](https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/nevi/). For more information about N…
Vehicle Emissions Reduction and Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Project Funding
OtherAlternative Fuel Infrastructure OperatorCommercialGovernment EntityOther
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) provides funding for diesel vehicle replacement projects detailed in the [Clean Transportation NY Beneficiary Mitigation Plan (Plan)](https://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/109784.html). The projects are funded by New York's portion of the [Volkswagen (VW) Environmental Mitigation Trust](https://www.epa.gov/enforcement/volkswagen-clean-air-act-civil-settlement). The Plan provides funding for the replacement or repower of diesel medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, including Class 8 local freight or port drayage trucks, Class 4-8 school,…
Zero Emission School Bus and Infrastructure Funding
RebatesCommercialOther
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) New York School Bus Incentive Program (NYSBIP) offers point-of-sale vouchers to school districts for the incremental cost to purchase or repower zero emission school buses to meet state [acquisition requirements](https://afdc.energy.gov/laws/12911). Eligible zero emission school buses include all-electric or hydrogen fuel cell electric school buses. Associated charging or fueling infrastructure may also be eligible to receive funding. Rebate amounts vary based on school bus and project type. Applicants located in [disadvant…
Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Rebate and ZEV Fueling Infrastructure Grant for Municipalities
GrantsRebatesAlternative Fuel Infrastructure OperatorGovernment Entity
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's (NYSDEC) Municipal ZEV Program (zero tailpipe emissions) offers rebates to cities, towns, villages, counties, and New York City boroughs for the purchase or lease of eligible ZEVs and grants for purchase and installation of public ZEV fueling infrastructure. Rebates of up to \$7,500 are available for ZEVs and up to \$500,000 for ZEV fueling infrastructure. ZEV rebate amounts vary based on a vehicle's all-electric range and gross vehicle weight rating. Municipalities may apply for multiple ZEV rebates, worth up to \$250,000, or \$300…