$300K
per applicant
Voucher
Pre-funded toward purchase
Rolling
No fixed cutoff
Rolling
Available while funds last
Simple
Short form or instant
HVIP provides point-of-sale vouchers to reduce the purchase price of zero-emission and hybrid trucks, buses, and other commercial vehicles. Voucher amounts range from $4,000 to $300,000 depending on vehicle type and fleet equity status.
Do I qualify?
Answer the questions below to get an instant self-assessment of your fit for this program. This is informational — final determinations are made by the administering agency.
1.Vehicle must appear on HVIP's approved vehicle list at time of voucher redemption
2.Purchaser must be a California-based business, fleet operator, or public agency
3.Vehicle must be registered and operated primarily in California
4.Pre-approval required before vehicle purchase; no retroactive vouchers
5.Small fleets (≤10 trucks) eligible for equity bonus up to $10,000
6.Vehicle must remain in California for minimum 3 years after purchase
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