California Air Resources Board

What does it fund?

Financial incentives to retire older, more polluting vehicles and replace them with a newer and cleaner, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or zero-emission vehicles, or alternative mobility options.  Buyers of plug-in hybrid and battery electric vehicles are also eligible for home charger incentives or prepaid charge cards if home charger installation is not an option.

Who is eligible for funds?

Lower-income residents within and near disadvantaged communities of the San Joaquin Valley, South Coast, Bay Area, and Sacramento air districts.

Are there recent policy changes?

Upcoming Clean Cars 4 All Program in San Diego County Air District.

Proposed program expansion statewide.  More information can be found here.

How does this program provide benefits to priority populations?

A tiered incentive structure provides maximum incentives to the lowest income participants purchasing or leasing the cleanest technology vehicles that reside within and near priority populations. This reduces health risks and transportation costs, and provides greater, more reliable mobility and increased access to clean transportation to priority populations.

How do I access funds?

Apply to implementing air districts on a first-come, first-served basis.