California launches $3,500 EV rebates to boost demand amid US sales slowdown

ET Auto· July 14, 2026

California has introduced a new $3,500 rebate program for electric vehicle purchases to stimulate consumer demand. This initiative comes as the broader U.S. automotive market experiences a slowdown in EV sales growth. The move is significant for the sector as California remains the largest market for zero-emission vehicles in the United States and a key driver of national adoption trends.

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