Electric Vehicle Rebates
It can be hard to keep up with all of the new rebates and incentives for electric cars. We’ve compiled this easy-to-use guide to help you take advantage of everything available to you. Each rebate has its own details so please read below carefully. Let us know if you have any questions.
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Not a Burlington Electric Department customer? Visit Drive Electric Vermont for rebate information.
Burlington Electric Department
New & Lease: We are offering Burlington customers a $5,000 rebate on the purchase or lease of a new electric vehicle (EV) or $2,000 toward a plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV). Income-qualified customers* are eligible for an additional rebate amount. See rebate form for details.
Pre-owned: We are offering all Burlington customers an $1,300 rebate on the purchase of a used/pre-owned electric vehicle (EV) or plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV). Income-qualified customers* are eligible for an additional rebate amount. See rebate form for details.
* To qualify for the Enhanced Rebate for Income-Qualified Customers, you must have a gross household income at or below the following levels.
persons in household | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8+ |
max. income | $72,700 | $83,100 | $93,500 | $103,850 | $112,200 | $120,500 | $128,800 | $137,100 |
New Rebate Programs for High-Mileage EV Drivers
If you drive at least 17,600 miles a year, Burlington Electric Department is offering an incentive for BED customers who are ready to switch to an all-electric vehicle. These programs will support:
- Longer distance commuters
- Ride hailing service drivers (taxis, Uber, Lyft)
- Food delivery drivers
EV Chargers (Up to $900)
When you purchase a new or pre-owned all-electric vehicle (EV) or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), you are eligible for a rebate on the vehicle and a rebate on a qualifying home charger. You will also be eligible for 45% savings on the energy you need to charge your EV when you join the Residential EV Rate!
Electric Motorcycles
BED is now offering a rebate for electric motorcycles.
Vermont Dealerships
Auto manufacturers and Vermont dealerships offer special deals on electric cars from time to time. Check out Drive Electric Vermont’s Rebate page for the latest offers and information.