Parts of California · Rebate
Electrify Your Ride – Residential (Central Coast Community Energy)
Run by Central Coast Community Energy (3CE)
3CE customers get $1,000 to $3,500 for a new battery EV, $500 to $2,500 for a used one, up to $2,000 for plug-in hybrids (income-qualified only) and $1,500 to $2,500 for a home EV charger and installation, with higher amounts below 400% and 200% of the poverty level.
Amounts
How much you get
Standard / Tier 1 (201–400% of the federal poverty level) / Tier 2 (under 200%): new battery EV $1,000 / $2,500 / $3,500; new plug-in hybrid not eligible / $1,000 / $2,000; used battery EV $500 / $1,500 / $2,500; used plug-in hybrid not eligible / $500 / $1,000; EV charger and installation $1,500 / $2,000 / $2,500, plus $500 for a bidirectional charger. The amount depends on which of these fits your install.
| What you install | You get |
|---|---|
| New battery EV (standard) | $1,000 |
| 201–400% FPL)New battery EV (Tier 1 | $2,500 |
| Under 200% FPL)New battery EV (Tier 2 | $3,500 |
| New plug-in hybrid (Tier 1) | $1,000 |
| New plug-in hybrid (Tier 2) | $2,000 |
| Used battery EV (standard) | $500 |
| Used battery EV (Tier 1) | $1,500 |
| Used battery EV (Tier 2) | $2,500 |
| Used plug-in hybrid (Tier 1) | $500 |
| Used plug-in hybrid (Tier 2) | $1,000 |
| EV charger and installation (standard) | $1,500 |
| EV charger and installation (Tier 1) | $2,000 |
| EV charger and installation (Tier 2) | $2,500 |
| Bidirectional charger bonus | $500 |
Eligibility
Do I qualify?
You need to meet all 3 of these.
3CE customer with an account in good standing; the vehicle must be registered, and the charger installed, at an address in 3CE territory.
Tier 1 and Tier 2 amounts need a redacted 1040 tax return or active CARE/FERA enrollment.
Stay a 3CE customer for 24 consecutive months after the rebate, and keep the vehicle registered and insured for 24 months.
Equipment
What equipment counts
Applying
How to apply
You apply online. Applications for purchases or installations between August 1, 2026 and September 30, 2027 must be submitted by September 30, 2027.
- Check your bill shows "3CE Electric Generation Charges".
- Buy the vehicle or charger, or complete the EV readiness work.
- Apply online with supporting documents.
A redacted 1040 or CARE/FERA enrollment for the income tiers.
- Get a check by mail once approved.
Forms and instructions, including for applying by mailElectrify Your Home - 3CE (contact) · About 3CE
Questions about applying1-877-455-2223 or NorthSupport@3ce.org
Stacking
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FAQ
Questions
How much does Electrify Your Ride – Residential (Central Coast Community Energy) pay?
$500 to $3,500, depending on what you install. The table under How much you get lists each amount.
Does it matter where I live?
Yes. It’s only for homes in Parts of California. See Do I qualify for the details.
Is there an income limit?
Tier 1 and Tier 2 amounts need a redacted 1040 tax return or active CARE/FERA enrollment.
What’s the deadline?
Apply by September 30, 2027.
Is it still available?
Yes. It was open when we last checked, on October 27, 2026.
Plain words
Words used on this page
- Federal poverty level
- An income line set each year by the federal government, by household size.
References
Sources
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