Electricity Laws and Incentives in New Jersey

The list below contains summaries of all New Jersey laws and incentives related to electricity.

Laws and Regulations

Clean Truck Port Requirements

Port drayage trucks must meet or exceed Model Year 2014 engine federal emissions standards to access the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey (PANYNJ) marine terminals. Drayage trucks operating on liquefied or compressed natural gas, electricity, or hybrid electric technology are exempt from these requirements. For purposes of this rule, drayage trucks are defined as on-road vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 33,001 pounds or greater and intended to load, unload, or transport cargo from PANYNJ terminals. Additional rules apply. For more information, see the PANYNJ Drayage Truck Registration website.

Electric School Bus Lease and Purchase Authorization

A school district may enter into lease purchase agreements for electric school buses and related charging equipment that last the service life of the vehicle. School districts may purchase leased school buses and related equipment at any point during the lease or when the lease ends, with credit towards the overall purchase price.

(Reference New Jersey Statutes 18A:18A-42 and 18A:20-4.2 and Assembly Bill 1677, 2024)

Electric School Bus Program

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) must implement an Electric School Bus program to determine the reliability and cost effectiveness of replacing diesel-powered school buses with electric school buses. Over a three-year period, DEP must select 18 school districts and school bus contractors that operate in the northern, central, and southern regions of New Jersey to participate.

Each year, DEP must award grants to the eligible participants for the purchase or lease of electric school buses and associated charging infrastructure. At least half of program participants and grant funding must be located in a low-income, urban, or environmental justice communities.

(Reference New Jersey Statutes 26:2C-8.58)

Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Development

Municipal master plans shall promote the installation of EV chargers in locations including commercial districts, public transportation facilities, transportation corridors, and rest stops.

(Reference New Jersey Statutes 40:55D-28, 40:55D-89, and 40A:12A-7)

Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Incentive Requirement

Any state agency that offers an incentive for the installation of EV chargers must require that the EV charger is operational at least 97% of the time. State agencies must regularly review the site-wide uptime requirement on a biennial basis, to ensure that it is consistent with the minimum uptime requirement under the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Grant Program. Each State agency must develop and implement a process to monitor compliance with, and to enforce, the site-wide uptime requirement. State agencies must conduct a public stakeholder engagement process when reviewing and modifying compliance with uptime requirements.

(Reference New Jersey Statutes 48:25-2 and 48:25-12)

Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Make-Ready Requirements for Multifamily Housing (MFH)

New or reconstructed MFH developments with five or more units must designate 15% of required off-street parking as EV make-ready parking spaces, in proportion to new or reconstructed MFH. Prior to occupancy, EV chargers must be installed in 5% of off-street parking. MFH must then install EV chargers in an additional 5% of parking spaces within 3 years of occupancy and another 5% within 6 years of occupancy. MFH may install make-ready parking spaces and EV chargers at a faster rate than required. Throughout the installation of EV chargers in make-ready parking spaces at multifamily housing, at least 5% of EV chargers must be accessible for people with disabilities. Additional terms and conditions apply.

(Reference New Jersey Statutes 40:55D-5, 40:55D-66.20, 52:27D-119, and 40:55D-66.2)

Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Make-Ready Requirements for New Developments

As a condition of preliminary site plan approval, new non-residential developments with parking lots and garages must meet the following make-ready requirements:

Number of Off-Street Parking Spaces Minimum Number of Make-Ready Parking Spaces
50 or fewer 1
51 to 75 2
76 to 100 3
101 to 150 4
Over 150 4% of parking spaces; 5% of the make-ready spaces must be disability-accessible

Parking lots and garages may install make-ready parking spaces and EV chargers at a faster rate than required. Retailers that provide 25 or fewer off-street parking spaces are not required to provide or install any EV chargers or make-ready parking spaces.

Parking lots and garages may install EV chargers in lieu of make-ready spaces to satisfy these requirements. Standards must be developed that provide for the progression of accessible make-ready parking spaces to accessible EV charger parking spaces and conform to the requirements of the most recent International Building Code and International Residential Code published by the International Code Council except as the Commissioner of Community Affairs (Commissioner) deems appropriate to deviate from those codes.

In September 2021, the Commissioner of Community Affairs (Commissioner) published a model land use ordinance to address installation, sightline, setback requirements, and other health- and safety-related specifications for EV chargers and make-ready parking spaces and posted the model land use ordinance on the department’s website. Requirements include the following:

  • A parking space with an EV charger or make-ready equipment may count as two parking spaces for the purpose of complying with a minimum parking space requirement but may not reduce total required parking by more than 10 percent.
  • All parking space calculations for EV chargers and make-ready equipment pursuant to this section shall be rounded up to the next full parking space.

The model land use ordinance applies to all municipalities in New Jersey, but municipalities may adopt reasonable standards to address installation, sightline, and setback requirements or other health- and safety-related specifications for EV charging stations and make-ready parking spaces. Municipalities may not require more make-ready parking spaces than the land use ordinance published by the Commissioner.

(Reference New Jersey Statutes 40:55D-4, 40:55D-5, 40:55D-66.20, and 40:55D-66.21)

Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Policies for Condominiums

Condominium associations may not prohibit or restrict the installation or use of EV chargers in a homeowner’s designated parking space. Condominium associations may put reasonable restrictions on EV chargers, but the policies may not significantly increase the cost of the EV charger or prohibit installation. Homeowners must comply with applicable health and safety codes and architectural standards, engage a licensed installation contractor, and provide a certificate of insurance. The homeowner is responsible for the cost of the installation, operation, maintenance, repair, removal, or replacement of the charger in their parking space, as well as any resulting damage to the EV charger or surrounding area.

(Reference New Jersey Statutes 45:22A-43 and 45:22A-48.4)

Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Rebate Program Authorization

The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities is authorized to establish a residential EV charger incentive program.

(Reference New Jersey Statute 48:25-6)

Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Depot Demonstration Project

The Board of Public Utilities (Board) must develop a request for proposal to determine eligibility for the establishment of demonstration projects involving the development of EV charging depots for EV use. The proposal shall describe the following:

  • The requirements for the provision of EV charging depots;

  • The production or storage of Class I renewable energy;

  • Demand management plans; and,

  • The total number of EV miles traveled, which depots shall, at a minimum, be capable of supporting coincident peak sufficient to meet vehicle electric loads.

Priority will be given to direct current (DC) fast charging demonstration projects for medium- and heavy-duty fleets. Additional terms and conditions apply. The Board must report the results of the demonstration projects to the Legislature by January 2029.

(Reference New Jersey Statutes 48:25-13 through 48:25-20)

Electric Vehicle (EV) Parking Space Make-Ready Permitting Requirements

EV make-ready parking spaces at existing service stations, existing retail establishments, or any other existing building may be approved through the issuance of a municipal zoning permit by meeting the following requirements:

  • The proposed installation does not violate bulk requirements applicable to the property;
  • All other conditions of prior approvals continue to be met; and
  • The proposed installation complies with the construction codes adopted in, or promulgated pursuant to, the State Uniform Construction Code, safety standards concerning the installation, and state rules or regulations concerning EV charging stations.

Installation of EV charging stations or EV make-ready parking spaces shall be considered a permitted accessory use for all municipal zoning or use districts.

(Reference New Jersey Statutes 40:55D-5 and 40:55D-66.19)

Electric Vehicle (EV) and EV Charger Deployment Goals

The State of New Jersey will work to increase the number of EVs and related infrastructure to meet the following state goals:

  • 10% of new buses purchased by the New Jersey Transit Corporation must be zero emission vehicles (ZEV) by December 31, 2024. Then 50% of new buses must be ZEV by December 31, 2026, and 100% must be ZEV by December 31, 2032.
  • By December 31, 2025, there must be 400 direct current (DC) fast chargers and 1,000 Level 2 EV chargers installed and available for public use at a minimum of 200 locations. Seventy-five locations must include at least two DC fast chargers installed along travel corridors, while 100 locations must include at least two DC fast chargers in community locations. Additionally, 15% of all multi-family residential properties must include EV charger infrastructure, and 20% of all franchised overnight lodging must have EV chargers available for guests. At least 330,000 of the total number of registered light-duty vehicles in the state must also be EVs.
  • By December 31, 2035, there will be 2 million registered light-duty EVs in the state, and 100% of state-owned, non-emergency light-duty vehicles must be EVs.
  • By December 31, 2040, 85% of all new light-duty vehicles sold in the state will be EVs.

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), in consultation with the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU), was required to establish goals for transportation electrification and infrastructure development for medium- and heavy-duty on-road diesel vehicles and charging infrastructure by December 31, 2020. In June 2021, NJBPU released draft goals for public feedback. For more information, see the NJBPU EV Incentive Programs website.

NJDEP develops and implements a public education program regarding the availability and benefits of EVs, state EV goals, and the availability of EV and EV charging station incentives.

NJDEP and NJBPU must prepare and submit a report to the governor and legislature every five years on the state of the EV market in New Jersey, progress towards achieving the above goals, barriers to the achievement of the goals, and recommendations for legislative or regulatory action to address barriers.

(Reference New Jersey Statute 48:25-3)

Energy Master Plan

New Jersey has developed an Energy Master Plan (EMP) that will guide the State to achieve its goals of electrifying the transportation sector and achieving 100% carbon-neutral electricity generation by 2050. The EMP calls for decarbonization of the transportation sector through:

  • Supporting the deployment of 330,000 light-duty electric vehicles (EVs) by 2025;
  • Deploying electric vehicle (EV) chargers throughout the state;
  • Creating incentives for EV chargers;
  • Educating consumers and fleet owners on EVs;
  • Transitioning state fleet vehicles to EVs;
  • Partnering with industry to develop incentives for medium- and heavy-duty all-electric or fuel-cell vehicles; and
  • Exploring policies that accelerate the adoption of alternative fuels.

For more information, see the Energy Master Plan website.

Low Emission or Alternative Fuel Bus Acquisition Requirement

All buses purchased by the New Jersey Transit Corporation (NJTC) must be: 1) equipped with improved pollution controls that reduce particulate emissions; or 2) powered by a fuel other than conventional diesel. Qualifying vehicles include compressed natural gas vehicles, hybrid electric vehicles, fuel cell vehicles, vehicles operating on biodiesel or ultra-low sulfur fuel, or vehicles operating on any other bus fuel approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. If the NJTC is unable to meet the bus purchase requirement, the organization must submit a report to the New Jersey Senate and General Assembly detailing the reasons and the state legislature may grant an exemption.

(Reference New Jersey Statutes 27:1B-22)

Medium- and Heavy-Duty (MHD) Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Deployment Support

California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington (signatory states) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to support the deployment of MHD ZEVs through involvement in a Multi-State ZEV Task Force (Task Force).

In July 2022, the Task Force published a multi-state action plan to support electrification of MHD vehicles. The action plan includes strategies and recommendations to accomplish the goals of the MOU, including limiting all new MHD vehicle sales in the signatory states to ZEVs by 2050, accelerating the deployment of MHD ZEVs, and ensuring MHD ZEV deployment also benefits disadvantaged communities.

For more information, see the MHD ZEVs: Action Plan Development Process website.

Medium- and Heavy-Duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Requirement

New Jersey has adopted the California Advanced Clean Trucks requirements specified in Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations, requiring manufacturers to meet California’s ZEV production and sales requirements. Beginning with model year 2025, manufacturers will be required to sell zero-emission trucks as an increasing percentage of their annual sales for Class 2b through Class 8 vehicles in New Jersey. ZEVs include all-electric and fuel cell electric vehicles. Emergency vehicles and military tactical vehicles may be exempt. For more information, see the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Advanced Clean Trucks Program and Fleet Reporting Requirements.

(Reference New Jersey Administrative Code 7:27-31, 33 and 7:27A-3.10)

Public Utility Definition

An entity that owns, controls, operates, or manages electric vehicle supply equipment is not defined as a public utility.

(Reference New Jersey Statute 48:25-10)

Residential Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Installation Policies

A developer of a single-family residence that includes a designated parking space must offer to install an EV charger at the residence of the prospective owner unless the installation of the EV charger is already included in the sale of the unit. The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, and New Jersey Board of Public Utilities must provide information to developers and prospective owners on the environmental benefits and potential energy cost savings associated with EV chargers, and available incentives.

(Reference New Jersey Statute 52:27D-141.11)

Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Deployment Support

New Jersey joined California, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, and Vermont in signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to support the deployment of ZEVs through involvement in a ZEV Program Implementation Task Force (Task Force). In May 2014, the Task Force published a ZEV Action Plan (Plan) identifying 11 priority actions to accomplish the goals of the MOU, including deploying at least 3.3 million ZEVs and adequate fueling infrastructure within the signatory states by 2025. The Plan also includes a research agenda to inform future actions. On an annual basis, each state must report on the number of registered ZEVs, the number of public electric vehicle (EV) chargers and hydrogen fueling stations, and available information regarding workplace fueling for ZEVs.

In June 2018, the Task Force published a new ZEV Action Plan for 2018-2021. Building on the 2014 Action Plan, the 2018 Action Plan makes recommendations for states and other key partners in five priority areas:

  • Raising consumer awareness and interest in electric vehicle technology;
  • Building out a reliable and convenient residential, workplace and public charging/fueling infrastructure network;
  • Continuing and improving access to consumer purchase and non-financial incentives;
  • Expanding public and private sector fleet adoption; and
  • Supporting dealership efforts to increase ZEV sales.

For more information, see the Multi-State ZEV Task Force website.

Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Fee

Beginning July 1, 2024, ZEV owners must pay an annual fee of $250 in addition to standard registration fees. ZEV fees increase by $10 every year until 2028. The fees will contribute to the Transportation Trust Fund Account – Subaccount for Capital Reserves to support transportation projects.

(Reference New Jersey Statutes 27:1B-20 and 39:3-8.5)

Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Infrastructure Support

Any individual, business, or public entity completing infrastructure improvement projects or redeveloping residential, commercial, industrial, public, or other structures is encouraged to include ZEV fuel and charging infrastructure in redevelopment plans. ZEVs must meet emissions and compliance requirements specified in Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations for the applicable model year, including but not limited to, electric vehicles (EVs) and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. Infrastructure projects are encouraged to:

  • Identify locations for public electric vehicle (EV) chargers and hydrogen fueling stations;
  • Construct ZEV charging and refueling infrastructure;
  • Build and allow EV charging in the right-of-way; and,
  • Designate EV only parking spaces.

    (Reference New Jersey Statute 52:27D-489c)

    Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Initiative

    The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, New Jersey Board of Public Utilities, and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to increase the number of ZEVs in the State and meet the State’s goal of registering 330,000 ZEVs by 2025 through involvement in the New Jersey Partnership to Plug-In(Partnership). The responsibilities of the Partnership include:

    • Mapping existing and potential locations for electric vehicle (EV) chargers;
    • Reviewing state- and municipal-level permit processes for the installation of EV chargers and identifying best practices to streamline these processes;
    • Expanding existing efforts to educate consumers about ZEVs;
    • Evaluating strategies to finance an EV charger network;
    • Developing a rebate program to incentivize the purchase of new and used ZEVs;
    • Creating a method to track the usage of EV chargers throughout the State;
    • Identifying programs and resources that can be used to attract ZEV-related companies to the State; and
    • Coordinating with other state agencies and departments to further implement the goals of the Partnership.

    For more information, see the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative website.

    Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Sales Regulations

    A motor vehicle franchisor that exclusively manufacturers ZEVs and was licensed by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission prior to January 1, 2014, can buy from and sell vehicles to a consumer. The franchisor can own or operate up to four sales locations in the state and must have at least one retail facility for servicing ZEVs sold, offered for sale, or otherwise distributed in the state. The franchisor is not required to establish or operate a sales location at a ZEV service facility. Annually, all motor vehicle franchises must report the number of ZEVs sold in the state within the prior calendar year to the New Jersey Division of Taxation.

    (Reference New Jersey Statutes 56:10-27.1 and 54:32B-8.55a)

    State Incentives

    Electric School Bus Grant

    The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) offers grants to school districts and school bus contractors for the purchase of electric school buses and charging infrastructure. Grants awards vary based on charger type and whether the applicant operates in an overburdened community. Grants are available in the following amounts:

    Technology Maximum Grant Amount Overburdened School District Maximum Grant Amount
    Electric School Bus + Level 2 Charger $270,000 $300,000
    Electric School Bus + Direct Current Fast Charger $290,000 $320,000
    Electric School Bus + Bi-Directional Charging Option $320,000 $350,000

    School bus contractors must apply in conjunction with a specified school or school district. For more information, including eligibility requirements, program evaluation criteria, and bi-directional charging details, see the NJDEP Electric School Bus Grant Program website and the Electric School Bus Grant Solicitation.

    Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Grants

    The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) provides grants through the It Pay$ to Plug In: New Jersey’s Electric Vehicle Workplace Charging Grant Program (Program) for EV charger installation. Grants are available in the following amounts:

    EV Charging Station Type Maximum Rebate Amount per Port Maximum Number of Eligible EV Charging Ports per Location
    Level 1 $750 5
    Level 2 $4,000 20

    Grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Eligible EV chargers must be located at workplaces, government agencies, non-profits, or multifamily housing. The Program is part of New Jersey’s Energy Master Plan. For more information, including application and eligibility requirements, see the NJDEP It Pay$ to Plug In website.

    Electric Vehicle (EV) Fleet Grant Program

    The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) offers local and state government fleets grants for the purchase of new or pre-owned all-electric vehicles and associated charging infrastructure. Grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Grant award amounts vary based on government entity type and population size. Overburdened municipalities are eligible for additional incentives. For more information, including eligibility requirements and how to apply, see the NJBPU Clean Fleet EV Incentive Program website.

    Electric Vehicle (EV) Toll Discount Program

    New Jersey Turnpike Authority’s Green Pass Discount Plan provides a 10% discount on off-peak New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway toll rates for drivers of EVs that have a fuel economy of 45 miles per gallon or higher and meet the California Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle standard. Vehicles must register with New Jersey E-ZPass. For more information, including application instructions, see the E-ZPass Discount Programs website.

    Electric Vehicle (EV) and EV Charger Grant Program

    The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) administers the eMobility Grant Program, which provides funding to increase electric mobility solutions including carshare, rideshare, ride-hailing, fixed-route transit, microtransit, and e-mobility services for residents in underserved areas. Eligible projects include EVs and EV chargers. Priority will be given to projects in overburdened communities. For more information, including funding availability and eligibility requirements, see the NJDEP Drive Green e-Mobility website.

    Electric Vehicle (EV) and EV Charger Rebate

    The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities’ (NJBPU) Charge Up New Jersey program offers point-of-sale rebates to New Jersey residents for the purchase or lease of a new light-duty EV. A rebate of $2,000 is available for eligible EVs with a manufacturer suggested retail price of up to $55,000. Applicants that meet certain income thresholds are eligible for an additional $2,000 rebate through NJBPU’s Charge Up+ incentive, for a total rebate of $4,000. Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles are not eligible for this rebate.

    The NJBPU also offers residents a $250 rebate for the purchase of an eligible Level 2 EV charger through the Charge Up Residential Charger Program. For more information, including eligibility requirements, income qualifications, and funding availability, see the NJBPU EV Incentive Program and Charge Up New Jersey website.

    (Reference New Jersey Statutes 48:25-1 through 48:25-8)

    High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane Exemption

    New Jersey Turnpike Authority (Authority) allows qualified plug-in electric vehicles to travel in the HOV lanes located between Interchange 11 and Interchange 14 on the New Jersey Turnpike. For more information, see the Authority Travel Tools website.

    (Reference 49 New Jersey Register 3236(b) and New Jersey Administrative Code 19:9-1.24)

    Medium- and Heavy-Duty (MHD) Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Grants

    The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities’ (NJBPU) MHD EV Charging Program offers grants for the purchase and installation of eligible direct current (DC) fast chargers for community and private fleet charging. Grants of up to $25,000 are available per DC fast charger, with a maximum award of $225,000 for community charging and $175,000 for private fleet charging. Community charging programs must be located or operated within overburdened communities to qualify. This program is funded by Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) proceeds. For more information, including eligibility requirements, see the NJBPU EV Incentive Program website.

    Medium- and Heavy-Duty (MHD) Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Voucher Program

    The New Jersey Zero Emission Incentive Program (NJ ZIP) will pilot a voucher program for the purchase of new MHD ZEVs registered in New Jersey. Eligible applicants include commercial, industrial, or institutional organizations. Vouchers are available for up to 100% of MHD ZEV purchase prices, and are based on gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR):

    GVWR Vehicle Class Amount
    8,501 - 10,000 pounds (lbs.) Class 2b $20,000
    10,0001 - 14,000 lbs. Class 3 $50,000
    14,001 - 16,000 lbs. Class 4 $65,000
    16,001 - 19,500 lbs. Class 5 $75,000
    19,501 - 26,000 lbs. Class 6 $90,000
    26,001 - 33,000 lbs. Class 7 $135,000
    33,001+ lbs. Class 8 $175,000

    Applicants may receive a maximum of $3,000,000 in vouchers. Vehicles must be purchased through qualified vendors. Additional funding is available to applicants located in environmental justice communities. This program is funded by Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative proceeds. For more information, including eligibility requirements, see the NJ ZIP Program website.

    (Reference New Jersey Administrative Code 7:27D)

    Multifamily Housing (MFH) Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Grants

    The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities’ (NJBPU) MFH EV Charger Incentive Program offers grants to MFH owners of up to $4,000 for the purchase and installation of eligible, dual-port Level 2 EV chargers. MFH developments in overburdened municipalities are eligible for grants of up to $6,000. For more information, including how to apply, see the NJBPU EV Incentive Program website.

    New Jersey's National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Planning

    The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) NEVI Formula Program requires the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) to submit an annual EV Infrastructure Deployment Plan (Plan) to the DOT and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) 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 New Jersey’s NEVI planning process, see the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act website. To review New Jersey’s NEVI plan, see the Joint Office State Plans for EV Charging website.

    Public Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Grants

    The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities’ (NJBPU) EV Tourism Program offers grants to local businesses and municipalities for the purchase of up to six Level 2 and two direct current (DC) fast chargers for installation at New Jersey tourism sites and landmarks. Level 2 EV charging stations are eligible for grants of up to $5,000, and DC fast chargers are eligible for grants of up to $50,000. Eligible sites include boardwalks, parks, attractions, and overnight lodging establishments. For more information, including eligibility criteria and funding availability, see the NJBPU EV Incentive Program website.

    Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) Tax Exemption

    ZEVs that are sold on or after October 1, 2024, and before July 1, 2025, are subject to a 3.3125% tax. ZEVs that are sold on or after July 1, 2025, will be subject to a 6.625% tax. For a list of qualified ZEVs, see the New Jersey Department of the Treasury ZEV Sales Tax Exemption website.

    (Reference New Jersey Statutes 54:32B-3 and 54:32B-8.55 and Assembly Bill 4702, 2024)

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