Off-Peak Charging Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebates
Efficiency Maine’s Off-Peak Charging EV Rebates provides rebates to Maine residents, businesses, government entities, and Tribal governments for the purchase of new or used EVs when paired with an eligible off-peak Level 2 charger selected by Efficiency Maine and installed where the vehicle is regularly parked. Hybrid vehicles, including plug-in hybrids, are not eligible. The off-peak charger must be purchased before purchasing the eligible vehicle to receive the vehicle incentive. From 2026 to 2028, Efficiency Maine must ensure that at least half of all funding for EV rebates is distributed to low- and moderate-income residents. Pre-approval or income verification is required for all participants. Rebate amounts are based on participant type and in 2025 are:
| Type of Vehicle | Qualified Low-Income Individuals | Qualified Moderate-Income Individuals | Businesses and Organizations | Government Entity, Tribal Government, and Nonprofits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New | $7,000 | $5,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Used | $3,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
An additional $1,000 bonus rebate is available for all participants
until April 30, 2026. Additionally, rebates
for commercial electric vans are available until April 30, 2026, if
paired with an off-peak charger. Commercial van rebates are $12,000 for
vans with a battery capacity under 100kWh and $14,000 for vans with a
battery capacity over 100 kWh.
Vehicles must be purchased (leases are ineligible) from a participating Maine dealership or directly from the manufacturer. Vehicles must meet price caps of $80,000 for pickup trucks or commercial vans, $55,000 for other new vehicles, and $40,000 for used vehicles model year 2019 or newer with fewer than 72,000 miles. This incentive can be paired with Efficiency Maine’s Off-Peak Charger Rebate. For more information, including eligible vehicles and preapproval requirements, see Efficiency Maine’s EV and Charger Incentives website.
(Reference Maine Revised Statutes Title 35-A, Section 10126 and House Bill HP611, 2025)