Government Old Car Buy Back May 2026

: Provides a point-of-sale rebate of up to $9,000 for a new EV or $6,000 for a used EV when you scrap an old internal combustion engine vehicle. Eligibility is based on household income.

: A statewide option through the Bureau of Automotive Repair that pays income-eligible owners $1,500 or $2,000 to retire a vehicle that fails a smog check. Standard applicants may still receive $1,350 . government old car buy back

: Offers incentives of up to $9,500 for lower-income residents in specific air quality districts to scrap old cars and purchase a hybrid or ZEV. Some participants can opt for up to $7,500 in alternative mobility vouchers for transit or bicycles instead of a replacement car. : Provides a point-of-sale rebate of up to