Requirements for Standard Rebate Applicants

The Oregon Clean Vehicle Rebate Program will reopen on Aug. 25 and run through Nov. 4, 2026. Vehicles must be purchased or leased during that time. Rebates will be suspended as of Nov. 5, 2026. Any vehicles purchased or leased while the program is suspended are NOT eligible to apply for Oregon Clean Vehicle Rebates. Income-eligible applicants can apply for Charge Ahead Prequalification now, in advance of the program reopening. For more information, please see the program's press release.

Individuals

To qualify for the Standard Rebate, you must:

Be an Oregon resident (with a valid ID).
Not previously received two (2) or more OCVRP rebates in the past. Individuals are limited to a total of two (2) rebates.
Purchase or lease  an eligible new battery electric or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle or a new zero-emission motorcycle while the program is open. All vehicles must have a base MRSP under $50,000.
Purchase or lease your vehicle while the program is open. Any vehicles purchased or leased while the program is suspended are not eligible for the rebate.
Vehicle must be purchased or leased from a certified vehicle dealer OR an original equipment manufacturer. No person-to-person sales allowed.
Register the vehicle in Oregon and retain registration for at least 24 months.
Submit rebate application within six months after the purchase or lease date.

Businesses, nonprofits and government agencies

Are you a business, nonprofit or government agency? If so, you can also apply for the Standard Rebate (limit of 10 rebates per calendar year). To qualify you must:

Be based in Oregon or have an Oregon-based affiliate at the time the eligible vehicle is purchased or leased (with local business license, articles of incorporation or other formation document filed with the Oregon Secretary of State).
Non-profit organizations must be able to attest to being low-income service providers.
Purchase or lease an eligible new battery electric or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle with an original base MSRP under $50,000 and while the program is open.
Purchase or lease your vehicle while the program is open. Any vehicles purchased or leased while the program is suspended are not eligible for the rebate.
Vehicle must be purchased or leased from a certified vehicle dealer OR an original equipment manufacturer. No person-to-person sales allowed.
Register the vehicle in Oregon and retain registration for at least 24 months.
Submit annual usage data to DEQ for two years.

Questions about applying for the rebate

At the time of purchase or lease:

When purchasing a new eligible vehicle, those living in Oregon can apply for the Standard Rebate at the time of purchase or lease, at a Participating Dealership, called “point of sale." Only Participating Dealerships may offer the rebate at point of sale. You can view locations on the Find a Participating Dealership web page.

If you purchase or lease your vehicle through a Participating Dealer, the dealership can complete and submit the application on your behalf. Then, the rebate amount will be deducted from the purchase or lease price.

After purchase or lease:

If you do not apply for a rebate at the time of purchase or lease, start by creating a program account through the online portal. Your account will display a program dashboard, and you may begin a Standard Rebate application. During the process, you will need to upload the following documents to complete your application:

Proof of Oregon residency (e.g., Oregon driver's license).

Entire purchase/lease agreement.

Proof of vehicle registration (temporary or permanent registration is acceptable).

Attestation form* (business, nonprofit and governmental agencies only).

*The attestation form is available for download during the online application process. It certifies the applicant is providing accurate information.

No. Applicants may only apply for one rebate, either the Charge Ahead Rebate or the Standard Rebate. If a Charge Ahead applicant is purchasing or leasing a new vehicle, they may apply for the $7,500 Charge Ahead Rebate for new BEVs or the $5,000 Charge Ahead Rebate for new PHEVs.

Contact

For questions on applying for the Standard Rebate, please contact the Center for Sustainable Energy at oregoncvrp@energycenter.org, or 855–383-4425.