Yes, there are incentives for owning a zero-emission vehicle in California. For example, the Clean Vehicle Rebate Project (CVRP) offers rebates to eligible purchasers or lessees of new zero-emission and plug-in hybrid light-duty vehicles. In addition to this, the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP) provides funding for the development and installation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure, which indirectly benefits zero-emission vehicle owners by helping to increase charging options within the state.
Moreover, electric vehicles are also allowed to use High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) or carpool lanes, regardless of the number of occupants, which can save time during commutes. Furthermore, zero-emission vehicle sales in California have been growing, with more than 1 million sales in 2021, demonstrating the state's commitment to and interest in promoting greener transportation options.