Tax incentives and/or other incentives for drivers of electric vehicles in Echo.
Dedicated original equipment manufacturer natural gas vehicles and all-electric vehicles are not required to be equipped with a certified pollution control system.
(Reference Oregon Revised Statutes 815.300)
A low-speed vehicle is defined as a four-wheeled motor vehicle capable of reaching speeds of more than 20 miles per hour (mph) but not more than 25 mph. A low-speed vehicle may not operate on a highway that has a posted speed limit of more than 35 mph. A medium-speed EV is defined as a four-wheeled electric motor vehicle that is equipped with a roll cage or a crushproof body design and is capable of reaching speeds of up to 35 mph. A medium-speed EV may not operate on a highway that has a posted speed limit of more than 45 mph. A city or county may adopt ordinances that allow the operation of low-speed vehicles or medium-speed EVs on city streets or county roads that have posted speed limits greater than 35 mph and 45 mph, respectively. Low-speed vehicles and medium-speed EVs must comply with certain standards contained in Title 49 of the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations, section 571.500.
(Reference Oregon Revised Statutes 801.331, 801.341, and 811.512-811.513 and Oregon Administrative Rules 737-010-0010)
A vehicle equipped with a fully functional idle reduction system designed to reduce fuel use and emissions from engine idling may exceed the maximum weight limitations by up to 550 pounds (lbs.) to accommodate the added weight of the idle reduction technology. Any natural gas vehicle or electric vehicle may exceed the limits by up to 2,000 lbs.
(Reference Oregon Revised Statutes 818.030)
The owner of a lot in a planned community or unit in a condominium may apply to install EV charging stations for their personal use in a parking space subject to the exclusive use of the owner. The homeowners association (HOA) must approve a complete application within 60 days. The owner is responsible for all costs associated with the EV charging station installation and use, must disclose the existence of the EV charging station and related responsibilities to a prospective buyer, and must ensure that the infrastructure meets insurance and safety requirements. EV charging stations installed under these regulations are considered to be the personal property of the lot or unit owner with which the EV charging station is associated, unless the owner and HOA have negotiated a different outcome. Additional requirements and restrictions apply.
(Reference Oregon Revised Statutes 94.762 and 100.627)
All-electric vehicle owners must pay an annual fee of $115 or a per-mile road use fee of $0.02 per mile through the OReGo program. Hybrid electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles must pay an annual fee in the following amounts:
| Vehicle Efficiency | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Vehicles with a rating of 0-19 miles per gallon (mpg) | $20 |
| Vehicles with a rating of 20-39 mpg | $25 |
| Vehicles with a rating of 40 mpg or greater | $35 |
These fees are in addition to standard registration fees. Drivers with EVs or vehicles with ratings over 40 mpg are exempt from additional registration fees if they enroll in the OReGo program. For more information, including how to apply, visit the OReGo program website.
(Reference Oregon Revised Statutes 803.420-803.422)
The owner of a lot in a planned community or unit in a condominium may apply to install EV chargers for their personal use in a parking space subject to the exclusive use of the owner. The homeowners association (HOA) must approve a complete application within 60 days. The owner is responsible for all costs associated with the EV charger installation and use, must disclose the existence of the EV charger and related responsibilities to a prospective buyer, and must ensure that the infrastructure meets insurance and safety requirements. EV chargers installed under these regulations are considered to be the personal property of the lot or unit owner with which the EV charger is associated, unless the owner and HOA have negotiated a different outcome. Additional requirements and restrictions apply.
(Reference Oregon Revised Statutes 90.462)
The Clean Vehicle Rebate Program provides rebates to Oregon residents, businesses, non-profit organizations, and government agencies for the purchase or lease of a new electric vehicle (EV), including a PHEV, electric motorcycle, or fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV). EVs and FCEVs purchased between April 3, 2024, and June 4, 2024, with a battery capacity greater than 10 kilowatt-hours (kWh), are eligible for a rebate of $2,500. EVs and FCEVs with a battery capacity of less than 10 kWh are eligible for a rebate of $1,500.
Electric motorcycles are eligible for a rebate of $750. EVs may not have an MSRP of more than $50,000, and eligible FCEVs may not have an MSRP of more than $60,000. For more information, see the Clean Vehicle Rebate Program website.
(Reference Oregon Revised Statutes 468.442 - 468.444 and Temporary Administrative Order DEQ 19-2021)
EWEB offers rebates to residential and commercial customers for the installation of EV chargers. Residential customers may receive a rebate of up to $500 for a Level 2 EV charger.
Commercial customers may receive rebates of up to $1,500 for public Level 2 EV chargers and up to $15,000 for public direct current (DC) fast chargers. Eligible commercial customers include businesses, workplaces, fleets, and multifamily dwellings. Multifamily dwellings at affordable housing sites are eligible for a rebate of up to $2,000 per Level 2 EV charger.
For more information, including eligibility requirements and application materials, see the EWEB EV Incentives for Businesses and Residential EV Incentives websites.
PGE offers a TOU electricity rate for customers with an EV. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, see the PGE TOU Pricing website.
PGE offers residential customers a rebate of $300 for the purchase of a Level 2 EV charger and up to $1,000 for electrical panel upgrades. Customers that earn up to 80% median income for their household size are eligible for a rebate of $1,000 for a Level 2 charger and $5,000 for electrical panel upgrades. Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including eligibility requirements, see the PGE Home EV Charging Rebates website.
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