Oregon Clean Vehicle Rebates in suspension
Due to limited funding, the Oregon Clean Vehicle Rebate Program suspended the Charge Ahead Rebate on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025. To qualify for this rebate, you must have purchased or leased your vehicle from May 22, 2025, through Dec. 4, 2025. Purchases or leases made on or after Dec. 5, 2025, are not be eligible for the Charge Ahead Rebate. If you purchased or leased a vehicle within the eligible timeframe, you still have six months from your purchase or lease date to apply. The Standard Rebate was suspended on Sept. 9, 2025 and the application window has closed for this rebate. Find additional details in the press release.
In May 2018, the Zero-Emission and Electric Vehicle Rebate rules were adopted by the Environmental Quality Commission, DEQ's policy and rulemaking board. This established the program's requirements. In December 2018, DEQ began issuing rebates. Participation in the program has steadily grown since its inception, with over 33,000 rebates issued as of April 2, 2025. Rebate availability is dependent on program funding at the time of vehicle purchase or lease. Visit the Available Rebate Funding page before your purchase or lease to confirm rebate availability.
DEQ receives 45% of the state's Vehicle Privilege Tax or at least $12 million per year for the program. It does not have a sunset date.