Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) and Low NOx Engine Incentives in 2009 to accelerate the purchase of cleaner, more efficient trucks and buses in California.

Amid COVID-19, HVIP continues to operate without delay. Information about accommodations related to document submissions and signatures is available HERE. If you have concerns, please contact us at info@californiahvip.org.

No new voucher requests will be accepted until HVIP reopens when FY 2020 – 21 funding is available. This is anticipated for late 2020. The California Air Resources Board closed the waitlist on November 1, 2019.

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The California Air Resources Board (CARB), in partnership with CALSTART, launched the Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) to accelerate the adoption of cleaner, more-efficient trucks and buses. HVIP works directly with dealers to apply the voucher incentive at the time of purchase. See the Eligible Vehicle Catalog HERE.

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VW Webinar – Class 8 Freight and Port Drayage Trucks

South Coast Air Quality Management District is hosting a free webinar to learn more about the Volkswagen Settlement funding available for Zero-Emission Class 8 Freight and Port Drayage Trucks.

These funds are first-come, first-served awards and is tentatively scheduled to open on August 18, 2020.

Work Group Meeting for FY 20-21 Long-Term Heavy-Duty Investment Strategy – POSTPONED

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has postponed its online work group meeting on the Fiscal Year (FY) 2020-21 Long-Term Heavy-Duty Investment Strategy.

Please check CARB’s program website for updates on when it will be rescheduled.

Transit Guidance Tools During Unusual Times

To increase safety during this time, CALACT has published guidance tools for transit agencies. These standard operating procedures were created to assist transit operators with the challenges they may face during this unique time. This resource and other-related support can be found on CALACT’s website.

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Work Group Meeting for the Fiscal Year 2020-21 Long-Term Heavy-Duty Investment Strategy

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) invites you to participate in a GoToMeeting/Teleconference work group meeting on the Fiscal Year (FY) 2020-21 Long-Term Heavy-Duty Investment Strategy.

The meeting agenda is available, and if there are handouts, they will be posted to the program website ahead of the meeting.

The work group meeting will be held via GoToMeeting webinar ONLY at the following date and time:
DATE: June 16, 2020
TIME: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
WEBINAR LINK: Register
CALL-IN #: (562) 247-8321
PASSCODE: 864-024-208

CARB Still Accepting HVIP Vehicle Eligibility Applications

Although new voucher requests will not be accepted until HVIP reopens when FY 20-21 funding is available (late 2020), the California Air Resources Board (CARB) is continuing to accept HVIP vehicle eligibility applications for new vehicles or model year updates. The HVIP eligibility list is used as a vehicle requirement for a number of different incentive programs.

To learn more visit our “How to Participate” tab or view this email.

Updated Redemption Checklist

HVIP has updated the checklist for the voucher redemption process. This new checklist is currently being utilized for all redemptions.

To learn more details on the redemption process, download the checklist now!

For more information about the redemption checklist, please reach out to the Voucher Processing Center at voucherprocessing@tetratech.com or view our email blast.

California Climate Investments 2020 Annual Report Released

HVIP is proud to be a California Climate Investments project. The California Climate Investments has released their 2020 Annual Report. In 2019, California Climate Investments implemented $2 billion in projects including more than $1 billion benefiting disadvantaged and low-income communities. California Climate Investments projects lift communities while addressing climate change. Our project is proud to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve community health, and support the economy.

New Resource for Transit Agencies Interested in Cleaner Buses

Transit agencies and representatives seeking a step-by-step pathway to cleaner bus fleets, please check out the Clean Transit Innovation Network (CTIN) at www.cleantransitnetwork.org. CTIN reports on efforts to deploy, test and commercialize low- and zero-emissions transit buses. It provides critical tools to support agencies as they transition their fleets to near- and zero-emission vehicles and adopt clean fuels infrastructure. We are helping transit agencies in communities of all shapes and sizes to transform bus fleets nationwide.

HVIP Launches Funding Finder Tool for Vehicles and Infrastructure

HVIP is proud to announce the launch of the Advanced Vehicle Technology and Infrastructure Funding Finder Tool. Developed to provide a centralized online resource on available California funding programs, the Funding Finder allows users to evaluate incentive programs for medium- and heavy-duty advanced vehicles and equipment technology, infrastructure and planning grants. By the click of a mouse, a user can easily evaluate funding depending on one’s location, technology type, and funding amount.

CALSTART created the Funding Finder in partnership with state funding agencies, air districts and utilities to ensure that users have access to the latest information on available funding in the state of California. The Funding Finder seeks to help users evaluate funding options while helping the state advance clean technologies to meet important emission reduction goals and build healthier communities.

Check Out the Funding Finder for free at www.fundingfindertool.org and share it with your colleagues!

California Air Resources Board Public Work Group for the FY 20 – 21 Heavy-Duty Investment Strategy

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) invites you to participate in a public work group webinar to discuss the Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 – 2021 Heavy-Duty Investment Strategy on April 16, 2020.

Meeting Details:

Date: April 16, 2020, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Webinar Registration Link
Call-in: (562) 247-8421 / Audio PIN: 502-339-528
Agenda Now Available

If you have questions or comments regarding this workgroup, please contact Mr. Jason Crow at jason.crow@arb.ca.gov.

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Fleets

Fleets that operate Class 2 to Class 8 vehicles in California are eligible for voucher incentives! Click here to learn about HVIP’s clean vehicle inventory and how to submit a voucher request.

Vendors & OEMs

Vendors and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) interested in selling vehicles through HVIP, click here to learn how to apply for HVIP vehicle eligibility.