CARB Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP)

About This Program

HVIP offers point-of-sale vouchers to California fleets to reduce the upfront cost of purchasing zero-emission and near-zero-emission trucks, buses, and other heavy-duty vehicles. Voucher amounts are tiered based on vehicle type, weight class, and whether the purchaser qualifies for equity bonuses.

Key Requirements & Eligibility

• 1Vehicle must be on CARB's approved HVIP vehicle list at time of purchase
• 2Purchaser must be a California-based business, non-profit, or government fleet operator
• 3Vehicle must be registered and primarily operated in California
• 4Voucher must be pre-approved before vehicle purchase — retroactive applications not accepted
• 5Applicant fleets with 10 or fewer trucks qualify for an equity bonus of up to $10,000 additional
• 6Vehicle must remain in California fleet operation for a minimum of 3 years