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Connecticut Hydrogen and Electric Automobile Purchase Rebate (CHEAPR)

Connecticut state program · State program

$2,250 to $9,500 depending on vehicle type and rebate combination

CHEAPR provides purchase or lease incentives for eligible vehicles bought from licensed Connecticut dealers. The page says standard rebates currently range from $2,250 to $9,500 depending on vehicle type and program combination.

Closes: December 31, 2022
Last verified: August 29, 2026
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Program details

How it works

CHEAPR offers incentives to Connecticut residents who purchase or lease an eligible vehicle from a licensed Connecticut automobile dealership.

What the money covers

The page says the program covers eligible vehicle purchases or leases, with incentives varying by vehicle type.

Amounts and matching

  • Eligible new BEV: $4,250
  • Eligible new PHEV: $2,250
  • Eligible fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV): up to $9,500 when a Standard Rebate is combined with Rebate+ for New qualified individuals

How to apply

The page says to visit the webpage to get started.

Timing and deadlines

No deadline is stated on this page.

Notes for homeowners

This is an electric vehicle incentive, not a home hardening program.

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