Tax incentives and/or other incentives for drivers of electric vehicles in Helena.
A medium-speed EV may operate only on highways with posted speed limits up to 45 miles per hour (mph). A medium-speed EV must be treated as a light-duty vehicle for purposes of titling and registration. A medium-speed vehicle is one that has a maximum speed of 45 mph, a gross vehicle weight rating of 5,000 pounds or less, and complies with Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations, section 565.
(Reference Montana Code Annotated 61-1-101 and 61-8-377)
A low-speed EV may operate only on highways with posted speed limits up to 25 miles per hour (mph) and may not cross a highway with a posted speed limit greater than 45 mph. A low-speed EV must have four wheels, reach speeds of at least 20 mph but not more than 40 mph, and may only be operated by a person with a low-speed restricted driver’s license. A low-speed EV must comply with Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations, section 565.
(Reference Montana Code Annotated 61-1-101, 61-5-122, 61-8-378)
In addition to standard registration fees, EVs and PHEVs are subject to an annual fee. Fee amounts vary based on gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR):
| GVWR | Annual EV Registration Fee | Annual PHEV Registration Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 5,999 pounds (lbs.) or below | $130 | $70 |
| 6,000 lbs. to 10,000 lbs. | $190 | $100 |
| 10,001 lbs. to 26,000 lbs. | $340 | $210 |
| Greater than 26,001 lbs. | $1,100 | $700 |
The revenue from the annual fee will be apportioned to the highway restricted account. Beginning July 1, 2028, EV registration fees will be reduced by 30% for private residents.
(Reference Montana Code Annotated 61-3-572 15-70-126)
In addition to standard registration fees, EVs and PHEVs are subject to a one-time registration fee. Fee amounts vary based on gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR):
| GVWR | One-Time EV Registration Fee | One-Time PHEV Registration Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 5,999 pounds (lbs.) or below | $260 | $140 |
| 6,000 lbs. to 10,000 lbs. | $380 | $200 |
The revenue from the annual fee will be apportioned to the highway restricted account.
(Reference Montana Code Annotated 61-3-562 and 61-3-573)
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