DEEP IN THE HEART OF TEXAS!!!!
I am proud to announce that my home state, the Lone Star State, the Great State of Texas has joined the ranks of states supporting the clean vehicle revolution. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is now accepting rebate applications.
“What rebates?” you say.
Why, the $2,500 in rebate for the purchase or lease of a light duty vehicle (under 10,000 lbs. GVW) powered by electricity, compressed natural gas (CNG) or liquified petroleum gas (LPG)!
There had been rumors. There had been expected start dates that came and went. There was virtually no information on the web. Many had started to think of the rebate program as just another sighting of the Loch Ness Monster. But the day finally came!
Now there is some fine print…
- The funding may get cut before all rebates are issued.
- No more than 2,000 rebates will be given for CNG or LPG vehicles.
- No more than 2,000 rebates will be given for electric vehicles.
- If a qualifying vehicles is placed on order, the dealership may obtain a rebate reservation form so that, once the vehicle arrives, the purchaser may get the rebate.
- How to apply instructions are here.
- Application form (pdf) or (Excel).
- Terms and Conditions are here.
- Notice of Rebates document is here.
It appears the rebates are limited to manufacturers that legally sell their vehicles in Texas. Unfortunately, this may be a problem for those wanting to buy a Tesla…
Yes, this rebate does NOT apply to the Tesla, or any qualifying vehicle bought outside of the state of Texas. And, eligible vehicles must be purchased or leased effective today; there are no retroactive rebates.
…and the vehicle purchaser must attest the vehicle will be driven in Texas for the first year.