Interested in electric vehicle incentives and financing?
The Driving Clean Assistance Program (DCAP) is a statewide income-qualified program that provides financing assistance and incentives to eligible individuals in California to purchase a new or used electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle. In partnership with the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the Central California Asthma Collaborative (CCAC), DCAP aims to improve localized air quality by replacing gasoline and diesel fuel vehicles that produce harmful air pollutants with clean air vehicles. This program, administered by the Community Housing Development Corporation (CHDC), aims to help individuals with limited credit and financial challenges secure reliable transportation by offering financial coaching and educational services throughout the process of purchasing and financing a vehicle.
Vehicle Eligibility:
Battery Electric
Plug-in Hybrid
Fuel Cell
Vehicle costs less than or equal to $45,000
Financing amount less than or equal to $45,000
Vehicle model within 8 years old (2018 or newer)
75,000 miles or less at time of purchase
Incentive Opportunities:
Clean Cars 4 All: Up to $12,000 to scrap and replace your qualified vehicle
Financial Assistance: Up to $7,500 to purchase or lease a clean air vehicle AND a $2,000 charging incentive to cover the purchase and installation of an in-home charger or a charge card to public charging stations
If approved, participants can receive:
Up to $12,000 in grants toward a clean vehicle purchase
Support for charging equipment and installation
Access to affordable financing through partner lenders
Check your eligibility and start your application at DrivingCleanCA.org.
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