Georgia Incentives and Laws for EVs

The list below contains summaries of all Georgia incentives and laws related to EVs.

State Incentives

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Tax Credit

An income tax credit is available for 10% of the cost to purchase or lease a new dedicated AFV or to convert a vehicle to operate solely on an alternative fuel, up to $2,500 per vehicle. Qualified vehicles must meet emissions standards defined by the Georgia Board of Natural Resources. Eligible alternative fuels include natural gas, propane, hydrogen, coal derived liquid fuels, fuels other than alcohol derived from biological materials, and electricity. Any portion of the credit not used in the year the AFV is purchased or converted may be carried over for up to five years. This incentive does not apply to hybrid electric vehicles. (Reference Georgia Code 48-7-40.16)

Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Tax Credit

An income tax credit is available for 20% of the cost to purchase or lease a new ZEV, up to $5,000 per vehicle. For the purpose of this credit, a ZEV is defined as a motor vehicle that has zero tailpipe and evaporative emissions, including a pure electric vehicle. Low-speed vehicles do not qualify for this credit. Any portion of the credit not used in the year the ZEV is purchased or leased may be carried over for up to five years. (Reference Georgia Code 48-7-40.16)

Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Tax Credit

An eligible business enterprise may claim an income tax credit for the purchase or lease of qualified EVSE, provided the EVSE is located in the state and accessible to the public. The amount of the credit is 10% of the cost of the EVSE, up to $2,500. (Reference Georgia Code 48-7-40.16)

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane Exemption

AFVs displaying the proper alternative fuel license plate may use HOV lanes, regardless of the number of passengers. (Reference Georgia Code 32-9-4 and 40-2-76)

Utility/Private Incentives

Plug-In Electric Vehicle Charging Rate Incentive - Georgia Power

Georgia Power offers a Plug-in Electric Vehicle (PEV) time-of-use electricity rate for residential customers who own an electric or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle. The PEV rate is optional and does not require a separate meter.

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Content Last Updated: 07/14/2011