The program will be effective later this summer, offers first-time buyers $3,500 for new EVs

California launches a $3,500 EV rebate program to boost adoption. Caruso's chances in the 2026 governor election at 0.1% YES.

California's new MyFirstEV program gives first-time buyers a $3,500 instant EV rebate — with a California-HQ rule that favors Rivian and Lucid over Tesla.