Incentives for Driving a Plug-In Electric Vehicle
Federal Incentives: Income Tax Credits
Tax Credit for EV Charging Equipment (EV Supply Equipment or EVSE)
The Federal Tax Credit worth 30% of the cost for charging equipment was extended through 12-31-2021.
Commercial: The alternative fuel infrastructure credit has been renewed through December 31, 2021. Commercial EV charging station owners can receive credit for 30% of the cost on stations and installation, up to $30,000.
Residential: Consumers who purchase qualified residential fueling equipment prior to December 31, 2021, may receive a tax credit of up to $1,000.
View the tax code and IRS forms:
Tax Credit for Buying an Electric Vehicle
When you purchase at qualifying new electric vehicle or plug-in hybrid vehicle that is one of the first 200,000 qualified EVs per manufacturer, you are eligible in a federal income tax credit up to $7500 on the vehicle. How large the tax credit is depends on the make and model of the vehicle. See https://www.energy.gov/eere/electricvehicles/electric-vehicles-tax-credits-and-other-incentives
NWES does not provide tax assistance or forms. Please consult your tax advisor.
State Incentive: Sales Tax Exemption
The purchase and installation of Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) which includes residential or commercial EV chargers is exempt from State Sales Tax in Washington ending 7-1-2025.
See the Dept of Revenue description of the exemption at https://dor.wa.gov/content/electric-vehicle-infrastructure-charging-stations-batteries-and-fuel-cells-salesuse-tax-exemption-leasehold-tax-exemption
Washington offers a partial Sales Tax Exemption on the purchase of a used Electric Vehicle or a new vehicle when the price is under $45,000.
NWES does not provide tax assistance or forms. Please consult your tax advisor.
Utility Incentives
Your utility offers advice and assistance to help you charge your plug-in electric vehicle. Many utilities currently offer special discounts on charging equipment (EV supply equipment or EVSE).
Electricity As Fuel
When you drive electric, you save significantly on what you would have spent on gasoline, plus there is less maintenance so more savings for you.
Learn More
- Why Make the Switch to Plugin Electric Vehicle? from Plug In America
- Understanding Electric Vehicle Charging from Plug In America
- Tacoma Power offers a good explanation of plug types
- Video about how plug in electric vehicles work – From the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
- Guide to existing US Federal Tax Credits and Incentives for Plug-In Electric Vehicles
Use the Get Free Estimate form to describe your project and how many chargers you need. Be sure to tell us your EV (model, year, battery size) and any preference you may have for brand of electrical charger.
NWES installs and services EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) for residential, commercial, or fleet sites in Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Issaquah, Woodinville, Bothell, Kenmore, Shoreline, Mountlake Terrace, Lynnwood, Lake Forest Park, Edmonds, Everett, Marysville, Snohomish County, Mercer Island, Renton, Tukwila, Burien, Greater Eastside and throughout King County.
Contact
NW Electric and Solar
18001 73rd Ave NE Kenmore WA 98028
M-F 8 am - 4 pm