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CHEAPR Program Resources

For more information on electric vehicles, electric vehicle charging stations and associated available incentives, please visit EVConnecticut for tons of great resources and reference materials. You can also find answers to many of your CHEAPR program questions on our Frequently Asked Questions page.

 

 

Upcoming Incentive Amount Changes

Effective January 1, 2025, the following incentive level changes will be in effect: 

BEVs 
  • Standard rebate will be reduced to $1,500 
  • Rebate+ New will be increased to $4,500 (Standard + $3,000 = $4,500) 
  • Rebate+ Used will be increased to $5,000 
PHEVs 
  • Rebate+ Used will be increased to $3,000 

Note: The new incentive levels are applicable to all vouchers redeemed after January 1, 2025.  

 

CHEAPR Implementation Manual

This document provides a more detailed discussion of all program requirements for auto dealers and others who are interested in CHEAPR.

CHEAPR Implementation Manual


CHEAPR Eligible Vehicle List

These are downloadable versions of the CHEAPR Eligible New & Used Vehicle Lists. You can also view eligible vehicles on the CHEAPR New Eligible Vehicle and Used Eligible Vehicle Webpages.

CHEAPR New Eligible Vehicle List

CHEAPR Used Eligible Vehicle List


CHEAPR Program Annual Reports

The CHEAPR and eBike Incentive Program annual reports provide a status overview of the incentive programs through analysis of program specific data gathered throughout a reporting period.

CHEAPR + eBike Incentive Program - Annual Report 2022-2023

CHEAPR Program - Annual Report 2021-2022

CHEAPR Program - Annual Report 2020-2021

 

CHEAPR for Consumers

Rebate+ New and Rebate+ Used incentives are available to Rebate+ qualifying individuals who purchase or lease a new eligible vehicle from a Connecticut franchised new automobile dealer or original equipment manufacturer (i.e. Tesla). Consumers can view step-by-step tutorials and learn how to create an account and apply for a prequalification voucher.

 

CHEAPR - Rebate+ New and Rebate+ Used Program Updates

 

CHEAPR - How to Apply for Rebate+ New or Rebate+ Used

 


CHEAPR Consumer Overview

This document provides a quick overview of the CHEAPR program for consumers.

CHEAPR Consumer Overview Flyer

 

CHEAPR for Dealers

Dealerships can learn how to enroll into the CHEAPR program, create an account and submit point of sale applications for CHEAPR rebates from CHEAPR's YouTube channel.

 

CHEAPR - Expansion and Dealer Platform Updates Webinar

 

CHEAPR - Dealer Enrollment and Account Setup

 

CHEAPR - How to Submit a Standard Rebate

 

CHEAPR - How to Submit Point of Sale Rebate+ Applications
 
CHEAPR Dealership FAQ's 
CHEAPR Help - Verifying Prequalification Status

CHEAPR Program Advertising Poster/Flyer

The following CHEAPR program poster/flyer can be used for advertising in auto dealerships that sell electric vehicles. Can be printed as a large poster or printed as a one-sheet handout.

CHEAPR Dealer Poster - Overview of Incentives and Process (Print version)

CHEAPR Dealer Poster - Overview of Incentives and Process (Web version)

CHEAPR Rebate-Plus Flyer


CHEAPR Program Logos

Logo Files are provided in encapsulated post script (.eps) and .jpg or .png formats for auto dealer marketing activities.

CHEAPR Logos (.zip)

EVConnecticut Logos (.zip)

 

 

 

Content last updated November 8, 2024