Electric Vehicle Incentives
Thousands of Mainers own electric vehicles. They’re popular because they are fun to drive, cost less to operate, and emit fewer pollutants than internal combustion engine vehicles. Click here to learn more about driving electric.
Incentives up to $1,000
| Type of Vehicle | Any Income Incentive Amount |
|---|---|
| NEW Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) | $1,000 |
| NEW Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) | $500 |
| USED BEV or PHEV | N/A |
- Limit of two Efficiency Maine incentives per customer in a 12-month period
In addition to Efficiency Maine’s incentive, you may be eligible for a federal tax credit up to $7,500.
Efficiency Maine Incentive Eligibility
Efficiency Maine offers two ways to take advantage of our electric vehicle incentives on qualifying electric vehicles:
- Instant discount at a Participating EV Dealership
- Rebate after purchasing or leasing an EV directly from a manufacturer
Electric Vehicle
- Electric vehicle must have a price of no more than the amounts listed below, where the price is defined as total MSRP or “sticker price,” including options and accessories, minus destination/delivery charges, and no other discounts, deductions, credits or rebates are to be counted in the eligibility determination calculation:
- $73,000, in the case of an eligible pickup truck or commercial van with an EPA-rated range of 300 miles or more;
- $65,000, in the case of an eligible pickup truck or commercial van with an EPA-rated range of less than 300 miles; or
- $50,000, for all other eligible vehicles.
Participant
- Individual Maine resident at least 18 years of age with a current, valid Maine driver’s license. A temporary license is acceptable.
Timeframe
- If purchased from a Participating Dealer, incentive must be provided as an instant discount at the time of purchase.
- If purchased directly from a manufacturer, rebate claim form must be submitted online or postmarked within 45 days of EV purchase or lease date.
How to Get an Efficiency Maine Instant Discount
- Choose an Eligible Vehicle.
- Find a Participating EV Dealership.
- Receive an instant discount at time of purchase or lease.
How to Get an Efficiency Maine Direct-from-Manufacturer Rebate
- Choose an Eligible Vehicle.
- Purchase or lease an eligible vehicle directly from a manufacturer.
- Submit rebate claim form or postmark it within 45 days of EV purchase or lease date.
Terms and Conditions
Efficiency Maine does not warrant the performance of incentivized vehicles. Program and incentives subject to change or termination. Please allow six weeks for rebate processing. Incomplete information may delay or disqualify your rebate. Please see the EV Program Manual for all terms and conditions and complete instructions for the EV Rebate Application Process.