Indiana Laws and Incentives
Listed below are the summaries of all current Indiana laws, incentives, regulations, funding opportunities, and other initiatives related to alternative fuels and vehicles, advanced technologies, or air quality. You can go directly to summaries of:
State Incentives
Indiana's National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Planning
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) NEVI Formula Program requires the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) to submit an annual EV Infrastructure Deployment Plan (Plan) to the DOT and U.S. Department of Energy Joint Office of Energy and Transportation (Joint Office), describing how the state intends to distribute NEVI funds. The submitted plans must be established according to NEVI guidance.
For more information about Indiana’s NEVI planning process, see the INDOT EV Charging Infrastructure Network website. To review Indiana’s NEVI plan, see the Joint Office State Plans for EV Charging website.
Medium- and Heavy-Duty Grant Program
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) allocates a portion of the Volkswagen (VW) Environmental Mitigation Trust funds for the replacement or repower of eligible on- and off-road vehicles and equipment. Eligible on-road vehicles and equipment include Class 4-8 trucks and Class 4-8 school, shuttle, and public transit buses. Eligible off-road vehicles and equipment include airport ground support equipment, ferries, forklifts, port cargo handling equipment, and freight-switcher locomotives. All vehicles and equipment must be certified or verified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board. Applicants proposing alternative fuel equipment or vehicle projects must identify the availability of fueling infrastructure. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including current requests for proposals, see the IDEM Indiana VW Mitigation Trust Program website.
Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Tax Credit
A carrier operating a commercial CNG vehicle on any Indiana highway may claim a credit equal to 12% of the road taxes imposed on its CNG consumption in the previous calendar quarter. The credit is refundable.
(Reference Indiana Code 6-6-4.1-1 and 6-6-12)
Diesel Vehicle Retrofit and Improvement Grants
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) administers the DieselWise Indiana grant programs to support projects that reduce diesel emissions. DieselWise provides grants ranging from $50,000 to $1,000,000 for projects throughout the state. Eligible applicants include private and public entities that operate diesel powered equipment. Eligible projects include replacing or converting a diesel vehicle or vehicle component with one that operates on alternative fuel, as well as installing exhaust retrofit technologies, idle reduction technologies, aerodynamic technologies, and low rolling resistance tires. For more information see the IDEM DieselWise website.
Vehicle Research and Development Grants
The Indiana 21st Century Research and Technology Fund provides grants and loans to support economic development in high technology industry clusters. Incentives are available for qualified alternative fuel technologies and fuel-efficient vehicle development and production. For more information, see the Indiana Venture Development website.
(Reference Indiana Code 5-28-16-2)
Idle Reduction and Natural Gas Vehicle (NGV) Weight Exemption
Any motor vehicle equipped with an auxiliary power unit or other idle reduction technology may exceed the gross, single axle, tandem axle, or bridge formula weight limits by up to 400 pounds (lbs.) to compensate for the added weight of the idle reduction technology. Any NGV may exceed the limits by up to 2,000 lbs.
(Reference Indiana Code 9-20-4-1)
Biodiesel Price Preference
A governmental body, state educational institution, or instrumentality of the state that performs essential governmental functions on a statewide or local basis is entitled to a 10% price preference for the purchase of fuels containing at least 20% biodiesel (B20) by volume or fuels that are primarily ester-derived (other than alcohol) made from biological materials, such as oilseeds and animal fats, for use in operating compression and ignition engines.
(Reference Indiana Code 5-22-15-19)
Special Fuel Tax Exemption
The sale of biodiesel, blended biodiesel, and natural gas used to power an internal combustion engine or motor is exempt from state gross retail tax.
(Reference Indiana Code 6-2.5-5-51 and 6-6-2.5-22)
Biodiesel Blend Tax Exemption
Biodiesel blends of at least 20% (B20) that are used for personal, noncommercial use by the individual that produced the biodiesel portion of the fuel are exempt from the special fuel license tax. The maximum number of gallons of fuel for which the exemption may be claimed is based on the percentage volume of biodiesel in each gallon used. For more information, see the Indiana Department of Revenue Fuel Tax Forms website.
(Reference Indiana Code 6-6-2.5-1.5, 6-6-2.5-28, and 6-6-2.5-30.5)
Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Inspection and Maintenance Exemption
Dedicated AFVs are exempt from inspection and maintenance requirements if they operate exclusively on natural gas, propane, ethanol, hydrogen, or methanol.
(Reference 326 Indiana Administrative Code 13-1.1)
Propane Equipment and Infrastructure Liability Exemption
Propane equipment, infrastructure, and fuel providers are exempt from civil liability for personal injury or property damage resulting from an individual who modifies, repairs, materially alters, or uses propane equipment or fuel for purposes not intended by the manufacturer or fuel producer.
(Reference Indiana Code 34-31-11.2-2)
Utility / Private Incentives
Applied Energy Services (AES) Indiana - Indiana
Applied Energy Services (AES) Indiana is an investor-owned utility (IOU) that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Applied Energy Services (AES) Indiana website.
Residential Incentives
- EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate
- EV Managed Charging Program
- EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate
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Non-Residential Incentives
- EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate
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Bainbridge Municipal Utilities - Indiana
Bainbridge Municipal Utilities is a municipal utility that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Bainbridge Municipal Utilities website.
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Bartholomew County REMC - Indiana
Bartholomew County REMC is a cooperative that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Bartholomew County REMC website.
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Boone REMC - Indiana
Boone REMC is a cooperative that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Boone REMC website.
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CenterPoint Energy - Indiana
CenterPoint Energy is an investor-owned utility (IOU) that operates in multiple states. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the CenterPoint Energy website.
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City of Anderson - Indiana
City of Anderson is a municipal utility that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the City of Anderson website.
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City of Batavia - Indiana
City of Batavia is a municipal utility that operates in multiple states. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the City of Batavia website.
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- EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate
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City of Geneva - Indiana
City of Geneva is a municipal utility that operates in multiple states. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the City of Geneva website.
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City of Greendale - Indiana
City of Greendale is a municipal utility that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the City of Greendale website.
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City of Greenfield - Indiana
City of Greenfield is a municipal utility that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the City of Greenfield website.
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City of Naperville - Indiana
City of Naperville is a municipal utility that operates in multiple states. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the City of Naperville website.
Residential Incentives
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- EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate
- EV Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Station Purchase Rebate
- EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate
- EV Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Station Installation Rebate
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Non-Residential Incentives
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City of Rensselaer - Indiana
City of Rensselaer is a municipal utility that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the City of Rensselaer website.
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City of St. Charles - Indiana
City of St. Charles is a municipal utility that operates in multiple states. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the City of St. Charles website.
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Clark County REMC - Indiana
Clark County REMC is a cooperative that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Clark County REMC website.
Residential Incentives
- EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate
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- Off-Road EV Equipment Rebates
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Commonwealth Edison (ComEd) Company - Indiana
Commonwealth Edison (ComEd) Company is an investor-owned utility (IOU) that operates in multiple states. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Commonwealth Edison (ComEd) Company website.
Residential Incentives
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- EV Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Station Purchase Rebate
- EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate
- EV Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Station Installation Rebate
- Make-Ready or Pre-Wiring Rebate for EV Chargers
- New EV Rebate
Corn Belt Energy Corporation - Indiana
Corn Belt Energy Corporation is a cooperative that operates in multiple states. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Corn Belt Energy Corporation website.
Residential Incentives
- EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate
- Make-Ready or Pre-Wiring Rebate for EV Chargers
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Duke Energy - Indiana
Duke Energy is an investor-owned utility (IOU) that operates in multiple states. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Duke Energy website.
Residential Incentives
- EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate
- EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate
- EV Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Station Purchase Rebate
- Make-Ready or Pre-Wiring Rebate for EV Chargers
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Non-Residential Incentives
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- EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate
- EV Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Station Purchase Rebate
- Make-Ready or Pre-Wiring Rebate for EV Chargers
- EV Charger Deployment Pilot Programs
- New EV Rebate
Harrison REMC - Indiana
Harrison REMC is a cooperative that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Harrison REMC website.
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Hendricks Power Cooperative - Indiana
Hendricks Power Cooperative is a cooperative that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Hendricks Power Cooperative website.
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Indiana Michigan Power - Indiana
Indiana Michigan Power is an investor-owned utility (IOU) that operates in multiple states. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Indiana Michigan Power website.
Residential Incentives
- EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate
- EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate
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Non-Residential Incentives
- EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate
- EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate
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Jamestown Utilities - Indiana
Jamestown Utilities is a municipal utility that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Jamestown Utilities website.
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Jasper County REMC - Indiana
Jasper County REMC is a cooperative that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Jasper County REMC website.
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Johnson County REMC - Indiana
Johnson County REMC is a cooperative that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Johnson County REMC website.
Residential Incentives
- EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate
- EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate
- Make-Ready or Pre-Wiring Rebate for EV Chargers
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Lawrenceburg Municipal Utilities - Indiana
Lawrenceburg Municipal Utilities is a municipal utility that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Lawrenceburg Municipal Utilities website.
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Lebanon Utilities - Indiana
Lebanon Utilities is a municipal utility that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Lebanon Utilities website.
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Newton Country Rural REMC - Indiana
Newton Country Rural REMC is a cooperative that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Newton Country Rural REMC website.
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Ninestar Connect - Indiana
Ninestar Connect is a cooperative that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Ninestar Connect website.
Residential Incentives
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Northern Indiana Public Serv Company - Indiana
Northern Indiana Public Serv Company is an investor-owned utility (IOU) that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Northern Indiana Public Serv Company website.
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Public Service Co of NM - Indiana
Public Service Co of NM is an investor-owned utility (IOU) that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Public Service Co of NM website.
Residential Incentives
- EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate
- EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate
- EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate
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Rising Sun Municipal Utilities - Indiana
Rising Sun Municipal Utilities is a municipal utility that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Rising Sun Municipal Utilities website.
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South Central Indiana REMC - Indiana
South Central Indiana REMC is a cooperative that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the South Central Indiana REMC website.
Residential Incentives
- EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate
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Southeastern Indiana REMC - Indiana
Southeastern Indiana REMC is a cooperative that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Southeastern Indiana REMC website.
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- EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate
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Town of Advance - Indiana
Town of Advance is a municipal utility that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles.
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Town of Bargersville - Indiana
Town of Bargersville is a municipal utility that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Town of Bargersville website.
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Town of Brooklyn - Indiana
Town of Brooklyn is a municipal utility that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles.
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Town of Coatesville - Indiana
Town of Coatesville is a municipal utility that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Town of Coatesville website.
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Town of Edinburgh - Indiana
Town of Edinburgh is a municipal utility that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Town of Edinburgh website.
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Town of Frankton - Indiana
Town of Frankton is a municipal utility that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles.
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Town of Pendleton - Indiana
Town of Pendleton is a municipal utility that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Town of Pendleton website.
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Town of Pittsboro - Indiana
Town of Pittsboro is a municipal utility that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles.
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Town of Thorntown - Indiana
Town of Thorntown is a municipal utility that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Town of Thorntown website.
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Village of Winnetka - Indiana
Village of Winnetka is a municipal utility that operates in multiple states. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Village of Winnetka website.
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Whitewater Valley Rural REMC - Indiana
Whitewater Valley Rural REMC is a cooperative that operates in Indiana. This page provides a summary of the types of incentives provided by the utility related to alternative fuels and vehicles. For more information on these incentives, see the Whitewater Valley Rural REMC website.
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Laws and Regulations
Lake Michigan Electric Vehicle (EV) Circuit
Indiana joined Michigan, Illinois, and Wisconsin (Signatory States) in signing the Lake Michigan EV Circuit Tour memorandum of understanding (MOU) to create an EV charging corridor along the Lake Michigan coastline that is intended to make it possible to seamlessly drive an EV across the Signatory States’ that border Lake Michigan. Signatory States are committed to:
- Coordinating on regional EV charging infrastructure siting and deployment strategies;
- Achieving a consistent EV charger user experience across Signatory States;
- Encouraging EV tourism around Lake Michigan;
- Removing barriers to EV adoption and reducing range anxiety;
- Identifying and developing best practices for EV charging, infrastructure optimization, information sharing, and electricity demand management;
- Providing reliable long-distance driving routes for EV drivers.
The Signatory States will maintain a working group composed of senior leadership from each state who will meet and report on the above actions. For more information, see the MOU.
Special Fuel Licenses
Exporters of special fuel out of Indiana must be licensed to either collect and remit special fuel taxes or be licensed to sell special fuel tax-free in the recipient state. The fee for each license is $200. Transporters of special fuel from outside of Indiana to inside Indiana must obtain a license. The fee for each license is $50.
Importers of special fuel in a fuel transport vehicle having a capacity of more than 5,400 gallons, or in a pipeline or barge shipment into storage facilities other than a qualified terminal, must obtain an importer’s license. The license fee is $200.
The Department (Department) of State Revenue may require special fuel blenders to first obtain a license from the Department.
(Reference Senate Bill 228, 2024 and Indiana Code 6-6-2.5-22)
Utility Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Pilot Program Authorization
Electric utilities may request approval from the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission to implement a pilot program to evaluate the feasibility and design of large-scale EV charger deployment to support public-use EV adoption. Public-use EVs include electric school buses, electric transit buses, and EVs used to deliver goods and services to the public. Eligible pilot program proposals include those that:
- Install, own, or operate EV chargers or make-ready EV chargers for public-use EVs; and,
- Provide incentives or rebates to customers to encourage the purchase of EVs and installation of EV chargers.
Utilities must also include plans to install EV chargers in underserved and diverse communities.
(Reference Indiana Code 8-1-43)
Public Utility Definition
A person or joint agency that owns, operates, or leases electric vehicle chargers for use by the public is not defined as a public utility.
(Reference Indiana Code 8-1-2-1.3)
Regional Electric Vehicle (REV) Midwest Plan
Indiana joined Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin (Signatory States) in signing the REV Midwest memorandum of understanding (MOU) to accelerate vehicle electrification in the Midwest. Signatory States are committed to:
- Accelerate medium- and heavy-duty fleet electrification;
- Collaborate on regional electric vehicle (EV) charger siting and deployment analyses with a focus on commercial routes;
- Standardize regulations, messaging, and customer experience related to EVs across state lines;
- Evaluate opportunities for workforce development;
- Identify historically underserved communities for equitable EV charger development and EV adoption; and,
- Educate consumers and fleet owners to raise EV awareness, reduce range anxiety, and increase EV adoption.
The Signatory States maintain a coordination group composed of senior leadership from each state who meet and report on the above actions. For more information, see the REV Midwest Partnership Announcement.
Electric Vehicle (EV) Production Support
The EV Commission (Commission) is established to assess the EV market and labor force in Indiana. The Commission must:
- Evaluate EV production facilities and capabilities;
- Take inventory of skilled and non-skilled workers, training needs, and opportunities in the EV industry;
- Identify and leverage manufacturing competencies within the automotive industry to increase EV production; and,
- Identify opportunities for EV related research and development industry.
(Reference Indiana Code 9-13-3)
Utility Electric Vehicle (EV) Planning
The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission has the authority to promote the electrification of the transportation sector by designating specifics issues related to EV planning that each utility must include in its next integrated resource plan.
(Reference Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission Docket No. 45816)
Electric Vehicle (EV) Registration Fee
EV owners are required to pay an additional registration fee of $221, and plug-in hybrid and hybrid electric vehicle owners are required to pay an additional registration fee of $74. EV fees will be updated annually based on the special fuel tax index factor. For more information, see the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles Fee Chart
(Reference Indiana Code 9-18.1-5-12, 6-6-1.6-2(b), and C 6-6-1.6-3)
Special Fuel License Tax
Certain special fuels sold or used to propel motor vehicles are subject to a license tax. Liquefied natural gas is subject to a tax per diesel gallon equivalent. Compressed natural gas, butane, and propane are subject to a tax per gasoline gallon equivalent. From July 1, 2018, through July 1, 2024, the tax rate will be determined each year based on the special fuel tax index factor. The tax does not apply to nominal biodiesel blends of at least 20% (B20); special fuel used only for personal, noncommercial use and not for resale; and biodiesel used by a biodiesel producer holding an exemption certificate. Other exemptions apply. For the current tax rate and more information, see the Indiana Miscellaneous Tax Rates website.
(Reference Indiana Code 6-6-2.5 and 6-6-1.6)
Special Fuel Motor Carrier Fuel Tax
A person who operates a commercial motor vehicle on any highway in Indiana is subject to a surcharge tax on the consumption of motor fuel. From July 1, 2018, through July 1, 2024, the tax rate will be determined each year based on the special fuel tax index factor. For the current tax rates and more information, see the Indiana Miscellaneous Tax Rates website. (Reference Indiana Code 6-6-4.1 and 6-6-1.6)
Alternative Fuel and Special Fuel Inventory Tax
Owners of fuel that have title to a fuel storage tank containing propane, biodiesel, blended biodiesel, or natural gas for sale to a motor carrier for highway use in Indiana are subject to an inventory tax. The tax rate is based on the number of gallons of fuel in storage at the close of business on the inventory date, minus the amount of fuel that is below the mouth of the draw pipe. To account for the fuel that will not be pumped, a fuel owner may deduct 200 gallons from the fuel inventory for a fuel storage tank with a capacity of less than 10,000 gallons, and 400 gallons for a fuel storage tank with a capacity of over 10,000 gallons.
(Reference Indiana Code 6-6-4.1 and 6-6-2.5-29)
Propane Vehicle Decals
An individual may place propane into the fuel tank of a motor vehicle only if the vehicle has a valid alternative fuel decal affixed to the front windshield or the individual has applied for a decal within the last 30 days. The cost of the decal varies according to vehicle type and the gross vehicle weight rating. The annual fee may be prorated if the vehicle is newly purchased, registered in Indiana, or converted to operate using an alternative fuel. For propane vehicles registered outside of Indiana, owners must purchase a temporary trip permit from a licensed propane dealer. For more information, see the Indiana Department of Revenue Fuel Tax Forms website.
(Reference Indiana Code 6-6-14, 6-6-2.5-22, and 6-6-2.5-67)
Point of Contact
Special Tax Division
Indiana Department of Revenue
Phone: (317) 615-2630
Alternative Fuel and Special Fuel Definitions
The definition of alternative fuel includes propane. Special fuel is defined as all combustible gases and liquids that are suitable for powering an internal combustion engine or motor or are used exclusively for heating, industrial, or farm purposes. Special fuels include biodiesel, blended biodiesel, and natural gas products, including liquefied and compressed natural gas.
(Reference Indiana Code 6-6-2.5-1 and 6-6-2.5-22)
Vehicle Idling Policy Requirements
Schools must adopt and enforce a written policy to address idling vehicles on school grounds. This policy must be modeled after the Indiana State Department of Health’s manual of best practices for managing indoor air quality in schools and must be available for review.
(Reference 410 Indiana Administrative Code 33-4-3)
Clean Vehicle Acquisition Requirements
Each state entity must purchase or lease a clean energy vehicle, unless the Indiana Department of Administration (Department) determines that the purchase or lease of the vehicle is inappropriate for its intended use, or the total cost of ownership of a clean energy vehicle is substantially more than a comparable non-clean energy vehicle. Additional exemptions apply. A clean energy vehicle is defined as a vehicle that operates on one or more alternative energy sources, including a rechargeable energy storage system, electricity, ethanol, biodiesel, hydrogen, natural gas, and propane. Before July 1, 2025, the Department must make recommendations to state entities regarding the procurement of clean energy vehicles. Each state entity must annually submit to the Department information regarding its use of clean energy vehicles.
(Reference House Bill 1194, 2024)
Immunity for Misuse of E85
E85 sellers, suppliers, distributors, manufacturers, and refiners are immune from civil liability for personal injury or property damage resulting from a person fueling any vehicle with E85 that is not a flexible fuel vehicle. This includes any vehicle equipped to operate when fueled entirely with E85. This immunity does not apply if an E85 seller, supplier, distributor, manufacturer, or refiner does not display all E85 warning signs that federal or state laws require.
(Reference Indiana Code 34-30-24)
E85 Promotion and Education
The Indiana State Department of Agriculture must work with automobile manufacturers to improve awareness and labeling of E85 and must coordinate with the appropriate companies to include E85 fueling stations in updates of global positioning navigation software.
(Reference Indiana Code 15-11-2-4)
Electric Vehicle (EV) Deployment Impact Assessment
The Indiana 21st Century Energy Policy Development Taskforce (Taskforce) explores the impacts that fuel transitions and emerging technologies have on the Indiana electric grid. The Taskforce must, among other things, evaluate the impact of EV deployment on the electric grid capacity and reliability as well as EV charger ownership and responsibility. The Taskforce published a report of their findings and recommendations in October 2022.
(Reference Indiana Code 2-5-45.1)
E85 Definition
E85 is a fuel blend nominally consisting of 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline by volume that meets ASTM specification D5798.
(Reference Indiana Code 6-6-1.1-103)
Biodiesel Definition
Biodiesel is defined as a renewable, biodegradable fuel derived from agricultural plant oils or animal fats that meet ASTM specification D6751. Blended biodiesel is a blend of biodiesel with petroleum diesel fuel so that the volume percentage of biodiesel in the blend is at least 2% (B2).
(Reference Indiana Code 6-6-2.5-1.5)
Biofuels Blend Use Requirement
Whenever possible, governmental entities and state educational institutions must fuel diesel vehicles with biodiesel blends containing at least 2% biodiesel (B2), gasoline vehicles with mid-level ethanol blends between 20% and 73%, and flexible fuel vehicles with E85. This requirement does not apply if such blends are prohibited under federal regulations or have not been approved by the vehicle manufacturer. Additional exemptions apply.
(Reference Indiana Code 5-22-5-8, and 21-31-9-3)
Low-Speed Vehicle Access to Roadways
A low-speed vehicle is defined as a four-wheeled electric vehicle capable of achieving a speed of up to 35 miles per hour (mph) that meets the standards in Title 49 of the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations, section 571.500. An individual may not operate a low-speed vehicle on a highway that has a posted speed limit greater than 35 mph.
Certified Technology Park Designation
The Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) may designate an area as a certified technology park if certain criteria are met, including a commitment from at least one business engaged in a high technology activity that creates a significant number of jobs. The establishment of high technology activities and public facilities within a technology park serves a public purpose and benefits the public’s general welfare by encouraging investment, job creation and retention, and economic growth and diversity. High technology activities include advanced vehicles technology, which is any technology that involves electric vehicles, hybrid electric vehicles, or alternative fuel vehicles, or components used in the construction of these vehicles. For more information, see the IEDC Indiana Certified Technology Parks website.
(Reference Indiana Code 36-7-32)