Oregon

Summary: Oregon adopted California’s Low-Emission Vehicle Program in 2006, committing to a 30% reduction in average new vehicle greenhouse gas emissions from 2002 levels by 2016.

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For more information, please visit: http://www.cleancarscampaign.org/web-content/stateaction/stateaction.html.

Last Updated 05/20/2009

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Summary: Oregon provides both residents and business-owners tax credits for the purchase of alternative-fuel vehicles (AFVs) and hybrid-electric vehicles (HEVs). Residents can claim up to $1,500 in credits while business owners can earn back up to 35% of the incremental cost of the purchased HEV. Vehicles that have been converted to run on alternative fuels are eligible for a credit of up to $750.

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For more information on Oregon’s vehicle tax incentive program, please visit http://www.eere.energy.gov/afdc/progs/ind_state_laws.php/OR/HEV

Last Updated 05/20/2009

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