California Prepares to Reinstate Zero-Emission Vehicle Credit if Trump Removes Federal Incentives

First established at up to $3,400 in 2005, federal credits can now hit $7,500 and have been extended to 2032.

An electric Audi SUV charges at a public Electrify America station in Los Angeles on May 16. Patrick T. Fallon / AFP

California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced on Nov. 25 that he will propose a new state-level program to offer tax credits for zero-emission vehicles if the administration of President-elect Donald Trump moves to eliminate federal tax allowances.

The governor said the state remains committed to encouraging adoption of electric and other alternative fuel vehicles.