Electrify Your Ride – Commercial

Electrify Your Ride – Commercial

Overview
Eligibility

Who is Eligible?

Commercial property owners can apply for up to five EV Incentives, and up to three Project Sites for EV Chargers and EV Readiness incentives. Measures can be applied for together or independently in any sequential order.

Applications for purchases/installations made between August 1, 2025 and July 31, 2026 must be submitted by September 30, 2026.

Applications for purchases/installations between August 1, 2026 and September 30, 2026 can be submitted either:

  1. By September 30, 2026 for the program design and under the terms and conditions relevant at the time of application submission.
  2. Or between October 1, 2026 and September 30, 2027 for the program design and under the terms and conditions that are relevant at the time of application submission.

Applications are processed in the order they are received and are subject to available funding. 3CE reserves the right to change program design, including eligibility and rebates, at any time. Please read the program Terms and Conditions for full details.

Program design is expected to change on October 1, 2026. 3CE will provide more information on the website in late September 2026.

What is Eligible?

Rebates
Walkthrough
Resources
Application
Technical Assistance

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an option to pre-qualify my application?

There is no pre-qualification pathway. Please follow the directions listed on the Electrify Your Ride webpages for Residential or Commercial Customers. Submit all required documentation when applying for your rebate(s). 

What is considered date of purchase for a vehicle that is ordered online?

Please use the purchase date on the bill of sale document.

What purchase dates are eligible for this program?

Applications for purchases/installations made between August 1, 2025 and July 31, 2026 must be submitted by September 30, 2026.

Applications for purchases/installations between August 1, 2026 and September 30, 2026 can be submitted either:

  1. By September 30, 2026 for the program design and under the terms and conditions relevant at the time of application submission.
  2. Or between October 1, 2026 and September 30, 2027 for the program design and under the terms and conditions that are relevant at the time of application submission.

Applications are processed in the order they are received and are subject to available funding. 3CE reserves the right to change program design, including eligibility and rebates, at any time. Please read the program Terms and Conditions for full details.

Program design is expected to change on October 1, 2026. 3CE will provide more information on the website in late September 2026.

Which sites are eligible for the Multifamily Housing incentives?  

Multifamily housing properties with five (5) residential units or more qualify for the Multifamily Housing incentives. For residential charging projects located at properties with four (4) residential units or less, please apply as a residential applicant. 

I own or manage multiple commercial or multifamily housing properties. How can I apply for EV Charger and EV Readiness incentives at each site? 

Apply for each project site separately. Commercial and Multifamily property owners or managers can apply for up to three (3) project sites and are eligible to receive the maximum EV Charger and EV Readiness incentive amounts at each project site. 

How are project sites defined under this program?  

A project site is defined as a single parcel or group of adjacent parcels owned by the same entity. 

How long will it take to receive my rebate?

Please be patient as staff work diligently to process your application. Due to an increase in the number of applications, this may take up to 45 days. If you receive an email informing you that your application was approved, please allow up to 30 days for your check to be delivered to the mailing address provided in your application. For urgent inquiries, please email NorthSupport@3ce.org (for PG&E customers) and SouthSupport@3ce.org (for SCE customers)

How do I apply for a rebate?

To apply for a rebate, please visit Rebates & Incentives and select which applicant type best applies to you. After carefully reviewing the program walkthrough and eligibility checklists, please select “Apply Now” and upload the required documents to complete your application. 

Do I have to apply for all rebates in one application?

No. Applicants may apply for one or more of the three (3) rebates in any desired sequence. Separate email notifications and checks (if approved) will be sent for each application. 

How can I follow-up on the status of my application?

Applicants will be notified of the status of their application at each of the following stages via email:  

-Incomplete Application: Email requests documents, information, or both from the applicant to continue processing the application.  

-Denied Application: Email notifies the applicant that the application was denied because it did not meet the requirements of the program.  

-Application Approved: Email notifies the applicant the application was approved and a check will be delivered to the applicant’s mailing address  

If you have any inquiries that were not addressed by these emails, please contact Central Coast Community Energy’s call center at +1 (877) 455-2223 or email NorthSupport@3ce.org (for PG&E customers) and SouthSupport@3ce.org (for SCE customers) 

What if I don’t have access to scanner?

If you do not have access to a scanner, please submit a complete, clear and legible photo of your document(s). 

I own or manage commercial or multifamily residential properties (apartments, condos, townhomes). How can I get assistance planning the installation of EV chargers?

Technical assistance is available to property owners and managers who want to install charging stations for workplace or public use. Fill out an interest form in the “Concierge Service” tab and a concierge will contact you shortly.  

Are plug-in hybrids and used battery electric vehicles eligible for rebates?

Used battery electric vehicles less than eight (8) years old are eligible for a rebate. Only income-qualified resident applications are eligible to receive a rebate for a Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV).

How many EV rebates can I receive?

Commercial applicants can apply for up to five EV rebates.

How many EV Charger and EV Readiness incentives can I receive? 

Commercial or Multifamily property applicants can apply for up to three (3) project sites. Applicants can apply for EV Charger and EV Readiness rebates at each site.  

What qualifies as an electric motorcycle? 

Qualifying Electric Motorcycles include motorcycles or motor-driven cycles, according to the DMV under California Vehicle Code Sections 400, 12804.9(b)(4) and 405, 12804.9(b)(4), that require the applicant to obtain motor vehicle insurance, an M1 driver’s license, and license plates. The EYR program does not provide rebates for Class 1, 2, or 3 electric bicycles, or the electric equivalent of a motorized bicycle, such as a moped.

My used vehicle is involved in an open recall. Do I need to prove the defect has been fixed?

Yes, all eligible used vehicles in open recall must show proof of repair. For more information about the open recall for Chevy Bolt EVs (2017-2022) and Bolt EUVs (2022), please visit: https://www.chevrolet.com/electric/bolt-recall.

How do I know if my EV Charger is eligible?

EV Charger eligibility requirements include: 

  1. Level 2 Charger (requires 240-volt power source). 
  1. Must be Wi-Fi enabled (“networked”) 
  1. Must be purchased new (not refurbished). 
  1. Must be certified by Underwriters Laboratory Inc. (“UL Listed”) 

To see which EV Chargers may meet these requirements, you might find it helpful to visit this catalog. Before selecting a charger, it’s always a good idea to verify the product’s eligibility on the manufacturer’s website.   

My EV has network capabilities. Does that qualify my EV charger as networked?

No, the EV charger itself must have network capabilities to qualify for the rebate. The network capabilities of the EV are separate and do not influence the classification of the charger. 

What is EV Readiness?

The EV Readiness rebate is intended to reimburse the majority of costs associated with the cost for materials and labor for electrical work associated with Level 2 EV Charger installation at home or work.

What are the eligibility requirements for EV Readiness?

EV Charger eligibility requirements include: 

  1. Electrical work must be completed prior to application submittal. 
  1. The installer must be authorized to perform electrical/installation work, as defined by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) building guidelines. Typically, this would be a licensed general contractor or licensed electrical contractor.  
  1. The work may include materials and labor that occur in anticipation of, or during installation of EV Charger, i.e. receptacles, J-boxes, conduit, smart splitters, electrical service panel upgrades and replacements, etc. 

I am installing solar panels at the same time as the EV charger installation. Do I still qualify for the rebate? 

Yes, applications for EV Readiness must include an itemized receipt or invoice. 3CE can only reimburse costs for the installation including of all time and/or material costs associated with the installation of the EV charger.

Questions?

Contact Us: 1-877-455-2223