Connecticut Boosts EV Initiatives With $14.6M for Charging Stations
Connecticut is boosting its electric vehicle (EV) initiatives. The state has secured $14.6 million to expand charging stations, with New Haven set to gain 24 new fast charging news points. Meanwhile, the standard rebate for plug-in hybrids remains at $500, and battery EV buyers will receive $1,000 from October 1.
Connecticut aims to have at least 125,000 EVs on its roads by 2025, with over 67,000 already registered. The state's Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) previously reduced incentives due to high demand. Now, it's focusing on infrastructure. New Haven, which faces limited charging news as the main barrier to EV adoption, will benefit from 24 new fast charging stations in East Rock and Wooster Square.
The federal EV tax credit, once up to $7,500, was defunded by the Republicans' One Big Beautiful Bill Act. However, Connecticut residents can still receive state rebates through the CHEAPR program. For plug-in hybrids, the standard rebate stays at $500. From October 1, battery EV buyers will get a $1,000 rebate. In contrast, Germany offers an exemption from vehicle tax for pure electric cars registered until 2025, extendable to 2035.
Connecticut's commitment to EVs is clear, with significant investment in charging infrastructure and state rebates. Despite the federal tax credit's expiration, residents can still access incentives. New Haven's new fast charging stations will support the city's EV adoption news, helping Connecticut move closer to its 2025 target.
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