The program, which applies to new and used EVs, fills some of the gap left behind by the now-dead $7,500 EV tax credit.

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.