INCENTIVES & TAX CREDITS
There's a variety of incentives available to help you transition to an electric vehicle. We're providing the following list of potential options to consider.
Duquesne Light EV Bonus Cash Program!!
Duquesne Light residential and commercial customers are eligible for EV Bonus Cash for each purchase or lease of a plug-in electric vehicle. You may claim your EV Bonus Cash as a physical gift card, e-gift card, or a direct deposit into your bank account.
To participate in the program, these eligibility requirements must be met:
1. You must be a Duquesne Light residential or commercial/industrial customer.
2. Only plug-in electric vehicles qualify for a registration incentive; one $50 incentive is available per qualified plug-in electric vehicle.
3. The registration incentive application must be completed in its entirety and submitted with all required documentation.
4. You must have purchased the qualified plug-in electric vehicle by December 31, 2024.
To participate in the program, these eligibility requirements must be met:
1. You must be a Duquesne Light residential or commercial/industrial customer.
2. Only plug-in electric vehicles qualify for a registration incentive; one $50 incentive is available per qualified plug-in electric vehicle.
3. The registration incentive application must be completed in its entirety and submitted with all required documentation.
4. You must have purchased the qualified plug-in electric vehicle by December 31, 2024.
Duquesne Light WholeHome EV Rate
The WholeHome EV Rate is an electricity supply rate offered by DLC through its default service plan for residential customers that own or lease a plug-in electric vehicle (EV). By enrolling in the rate and shifting your electricity consumption to off-peak times, such as overnight, you may be able to save.
Pennsylvania Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Rebates
The Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Program provides rebates to consumers for the purchase of new and pre-owned plug-in electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. Rebates are offered to Pennsylvania residents only.
Rebates are offered on a first-come, first-served basis as long as funding is available. Rebates are subject to the Alternative Fuel Vehicle Rebate Guidelines in effect at time of application, not date of vehicle purchase.
Rebates are offered on a first-come, first-served basis as long as funding is available. Rebates are subject to the Alternative Fuel Vehicle Rebate Guidelines in effect at time of application, not date of vehicle purchase.
- Household income determines eligibility and rebate amounts
- The program will offer at least 500 rebates until June 30, 2025
- Subject to availability; may change without notice
- Restrictions apply; visit program website for details
Federal Tax Credit for New & Used Electric Vehicles
A federal tax credit is available for new and used electric vehicles that meet requirements specified in Internal Revenue Code Section 30D.
New Vehicle Clean Credit up to $7,500.
You may qualify for a credit up to $7,500 if you buy a new, qualified plug-in EV between 2023 to 2032. Under certain conditions between a dealership and a seller, "leasing" a vehicle may allow the purchase to be treated as a "commercial vehicle," thus making it eligible for the full tax credit without satisfying some of the strict program eligibility requirements. Be sure to inquire with the dealership and a tax professional when researching purchase options.
Used Vehicle Clean Credit up to $4,000.
Beginning January 1, 2023, if you buy a qualified used electric vehicle (EV) from a licensed dealer for $25,000 or less, you may be eligible for a used clean vehicle tax credit. The credit equals 30% of the sale price up to a maximum credit of $4,000. Additional Details.
The credit is nonrefundable, so you can't get back more on the credit than you owe in taxes. You can't apply any excess credit to future tax years.
Starting in January 2024, an Inflation Reduction Act provision allows consumers to transfer the tax credit to car dealers, reducing the purchase price of eligible new and used vehicles at the time of sale.
New Vehicle Clean Credit up to $7,500.
You may qualify for a credit up to $7,500 if you buy a new, qualified plug-in EV between 2023 to 2032. Under certain conditions between a dealership and a seller, "leasing" a vehicle may allow the purchase to be treated as a "commercial vehicle," thus making it eligible for the full tax credit without satisfying some of the strict program eligibility requirements. Be sure to inquire with the dealership and a tax professional when researching purchase options.
Used Vehicle Clean Credit up to $4,000.
Beginning January 1, 2023, if you buy a qualified used electric vehicle (EV) from a licensed dealer for $25,000 or less, you may be eligible for a used clean vehicle tax credit. The credit equals 30% of the sale price up to a maximum credit of $4,000. Additional Details.
The credit is nonrefundable, so you can't get back more on the credit than you owe in taxes. You can't apply any excess credit to future tax years.
Starting in January 2024, an Inflation Reduction Act provision allows consumers to transfer the tax credit to car dealers, reducing the purchase price of eligible new and used vehicles at the time of sale.
- Consult your tax adviser to make sure you qualify
- Tax credit amount varies based on vehicle details
- Restrictions apply, subject to change without notice
Incentive Information
Electric Vehicle Federal Tax Incentive up to $7,500
Federal Tax Credit for Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment up to $1,000
If you install qualified vehicle refueling and recharging property at your home, including electric vehicle charging equipment, you may be eligible for a credit of up to $1,000 for each item of property.
- Consult a tax professional to see if your installation qualifies
- Visit IRS website for additional information
Incentive Information
Federal Tax Credit up to $1,000 for residential charging equipment