The California Air Resources Board (CARB) in partnership with CALSTART launched the 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.
Click Here to View the 2018 HVIP Implementation Manual
The greatest barrier to purchasing cleaner trucks and buses is the higher price tag.
HVIP provides point-of-sale discounts to vehicle purchasers. There’s no waiting for a rebate check or a tax credit. HVIP works closely with truck and bus dealers to apply the voucher incentive at the time of purchase.
Why do we need cleaner trucks and buses?
Today, trucks and buses are responsible for 37 percent of California’s greenhouse gas and criteria emissions. By deploying new electric, hybrid, and natural gas trucks and buses, fleets can help reduce these emissions.
Latest News
FY 17-18 HVIP Voucher Funding Added
FY 17-18 HVIP Voucher Funding Added
CARB has added $133,176,000 in voucher funding for all technologies, and $7,440,000 in voucher funding specifically for Low NOx vouchers.
All vouchers previously requested are now funded.
All FY17 Voucher Funding ($54 Million) for Electric and Hybrid Technologies Has Been Subscribed
All FY17 Voucher Funding ($54 Million) for Electric and Hybrid Technologies Has Been Subscribed
There is still $7.5 million in voucher funding available for Low NOx engines.
We will take voucher requests on a wait list for electric and hybrid technologies.
$135 million in FY18 voucher funding is anticipated to be added in early 2018.
CARB FY 2017-18 Funding Plan Approved; Voucher Amounts Adjusted
CARB FY 2017-18 Funding Plan Approved; Voucher Amounts Adjusted
The California Air Resources Board approved the FY 2017-18 Funding Plan that includes $188 million for HVIP. Voucher amounts for new voucher requests have been adjusted today to incorporate the changes outlined in the Funding Plan.
Participate and Learn More
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.
