The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is responsible for the statewide e-bike incentive program, administered by Pedal Ahead. Here are the program basics:

• The incentives program started giving out vouchers in December 2024. Vouchers are released in batches, during pre-announced application windows.
• To qualify for the incentive program, participants’ household income is capped at 300% of the federal poverty level (FPL), with special priority given to those under 225% FPL or living in a disadvantaged community. You must be a California resident and at least 18 years old. There is no cap on the number of vouchers per household.
• Qualifying applicants will get a voucher of up to $1,750 for a standard, cargo, or adaptive e-bike. People whose income is under 225% FPL or who live in disadvantaged (DAC) census tracts qualify for additional incentives of up to $250, for a total of $2,000.
• The program will support the purchase of Class 1 (up to 20 mph, pedal assist only), Class 2 (up to 20 mph, pedal assist and throttle) e-bikes, and Class 3 (up to 28 mph, pedal assist only). Only approved electric bike models in these classifications will qualify. All qualifying bikes must have safety-certified batteries.
• Participants must purchase a bike from an approved California bike shop or online from a company with a business location in California.