
"Updated EV Tax Credit Eligibility: 13 Models Qualify, with Alternatives for Faster Discounts"
The IRS has updated the electric vehicle tax credit rules for 2024, reducing the number of eligible vehicles for the federal tax credit and the maximum amount available. However, consumers can now receive the credit at the time of purchase rather than waiting for tax filing, and leasing offers a way to benefit from credits on ineligible vehicles. State and local incentives remain unaffected. Automakers are adapting to these changes by shifting their supply chains, which could make more models eligible in the future. The eligibility of specific vehicles, including popular models like the Tesla Model 3 and Ford F-150 Lightning, can be checked using the VIN on the IRS website.


