Rebates
E-bike rebates and incentives
As of 2026-10-20, e-bike rebates are open in Washington, Colorado, Austin, TX, Rhode Island. There is no federal e-bike tax credit or rebate in 2026. The proposed E-BIKE Act (30% credit up to $1,500) died in committee in the 118th Congress and has not advanced since.
| Program | Amount | Who qualifies | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| WE-Bike rebate (WSDOT)Washington | $300, or $1,200 if income ≤ 80% of county median | Residents 16+ | OpenOpen; random monthly draws, applications until about March 2027 |
| E-bike tax creditColorado | $225 off at participating retailers (2026) | Any resident; once per calendar year | OpenOpen |
| Income-qualified e-bike rebateColorado | $1,000 voucher (+$300 cargo or adaptive) | Income-qualified; voucher before purchase | WindowRegistration windows: Oct 19–26, 2026; Jan 11–18 and Mar 15–22, 2027 (reported) · not confirmed on the official page |
| E-Ride rebate (Austin Energy)Austin, TX | $200–$600 by bike price; up to $1,300 for CAP customers | Austin Energy customers, participating dealers | OpenListed as active while funds last |
| Erika Niedowski e-bike rebateRhode Island | Lesser of $350 or 30%; income-qualified up to $750 or 75% | Residents 18+, local bike shop | OpenReported open while funds last · not confirmed on the official page |
| Utah e-bike program (DAQ)Utah (Wasatch Front) | Up to $800 | Income-qualified | UnclearOpened June 1, 2026 for 2,000 slots; current availability unconfirmed · not confirmed on the official page |
| Denver e-bike rebateDenver, CO | $675 standard (+$225 state credit) | Income ≤ area median for standard tier | WaitlistAll 2026 rebates claimed; waitlist only |
| Portland Rides (PCEF)Portland, OR | Up to $1,600; $2,350 cargo | Income ≤ 60% of area median; lottery | Closed2026 window closed; next expected spring 2027 |
| California E-Bike Incentive Project (CARB)California | Up to $2,000 | Low-income | ClosedEnded December 2025 |
| MassCEC e-bike rebateMassachusetts | Up to $1,200 | Income-qualified | ClosedClosed; no 2026 round expected (reported) · not confirmed on the official page |
| Minnesota e-bike rebateMinnesota | 75% up to $750 | Income-tiered lottery | ClosedEnded 2025; no 2026 funding (reported) · not confirmed on the official page |
| DDOT e-bike voucherWashington, DC | Up to $1,500 | SNAP / TANF / Medicaid / Alliance | ClosedLast window Feb 2026 (reported) · not confirmed on the official page |
Before you apply
- Most programs require approval or a voucher before you buy, and many only work at participating local shops, not online brands.
- Income-qualified tiers usually need proof of income or enrollment in a benefit program.
- Funds run out: check the official page linked above for the current status.
Status checked 2026-10-20. Programs change often; the official page always wins.