California launches EV incentives favoring Rivian and Lucid as federal tax credit ends

California is introducing new state-level electric vehicle subsidies to offset the loss of the federal $7,500 tax credit, with special support directed toward in-state manufacturers Rivian and Lucid.

First covered Jul 6, 2026 · 4:53 PM PT · 1 article

California launches EV incentives favoring Rivian and Lucid as federal tax credit ends — Image via cleantechnica.com

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4h CleanTechnica California Introducing New EV Incentives, With Boost For Rivian & Lucid But Not Tesla — When the Trump administration and Republicans in Congress decided to kill the $7,500 tax credit for electric vehicles, California Governor Gavin Newsom said…

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Appeared in: 2026-07-07 (#3)

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