Electric Vehicle Dealers
Selling more EVs starts here
Car dealerships have an essential role to play in helping Vermonters decarbonize. Selling EVs helps your dealership diversify and meet the needs of more Vermonters. But in this dynamic market, it can be hard to know how heavily your dealership should lean into EVs. Efficiency Vermont makes your choice easy by providing exclusive incentives to purchase the equipment, tools, and training you need to sell and service EVs. We also offer a sales incentive for each new or used EV sold or leased in Vermont. Get started with us today!
- $600 for each new or used EV sold or leased to a Vermont customer
- New car dealerships receive 50% back (up to $25,000) on EV equipment, tools, and certifications
- Used car dealerships receive 90% back (up to $25,000) on EV equipment, tools, and certifications
Having these EV chargers on the lot makes it easier for customers to see just how simple charging an EV can be.”
Ryan Ortiz, Nucar Automall of St. Albans | Read the story here
Impact
55 participating dealerships
$1.3 million in EV sales incentives since 2021
$820k in EV infrastructure and training support since 2021
41% increase in EVs on the road in Vermont between 2024 and 2025
How it Works
Our goal is to make it as easy as possible for your dealership to sell and lease EVs. When you enroll for free, you unlock a host of exclusive incentives and support from Efficiency Vermont. Here’s what you'll get:
Training and education
- Free training on EV market trends, customer incentive programs, and more.
Advertising
- Free listing on Efficiency Vermont’s “Find a Pro” tool
- Free promotion of EV technology in Efficiency Vermont advertising campaigns
- Up to $1,500 annually in co-op funding to support EV advertising
Sales incentive
$600 for each new or used EV sold or leased to a Vermont customer (max 50 sales per year or $30,000)
Equipment incentive
We’ll give your dealership up to $25,000 for equipment, tools, and certifications needed to be able to sell and service EVs. New car dealerships can receive 50% back on project costs up to $25,000, and used car dealerships can receive 90% back.
Examples include:
- Charging stations and installation costs (including electrical infrastructure upgrades)
- EV-specific tools and equipment like high-voltage digital multimeters, thermal cameras, insulated tool sets, and more
- Certification costs for dealership staff, like OEM electric vehicle certification
- Other expenses subject to approval
How to Claim Your Incentives
Dealerships participating in the EEN can get exclusive financial incentives from Efficiency Vermont. Follow the links below to submit your rebate information.
EV Sales Rebate EV Infrastructure & Tools Rebate
Not part of the EEN yet? Follow these steps to enroll in the program:
- Complete this form to enroll in the program.
- A member of our team will follow up to answer any questions you have about the EEN, and will schedule you for an online introductory training.
- After your training, you're officially enrolled in the EEN and able to submit your incentive information. Click the buttons above to claim your rebates.
Having trouble? We’re happy to help! Contact us by email at [email protected].
About the Efficiency Excellence Network
By enrolling in this program, you’ll become part of the Efficiency Excellence Network (EEN). The EEN is a statewide network of businesses and industry leaders committed to making Vermont more efficient and more affordable. EEN members have access to free technical trainings, project support, and marketing assistance from Efficiency Vermont. You’ll also have access to someone you can call—yes, a real human! —for technical advice.
Dive Deeper
EV Service Equipment & Training Incentive Program
Find out what types of EV service equipment and trainings are eligible for up to $25,000 cash back.
EV Sales Incentive Program
Use these tips for selling EVs at your dealership, and learn how to get $600 back for each EV sold.
Vermont sees EV success with rapid registrations & a growing charger network
Nearly 18,000 electric vehicles are now registered in Vermont—with 50 dealerships using Efficiency Vermont’s EV dealer incentives to service and sell EVs.
Start Your Enrollment
To enroll in this program and unlock all of the benefits described above, start by filling out this form. You’ll be contacted by an Efficiency Vermont team member to provide additional documentation. Once the paperwork is complete, two dealership staff are required to attend an EV sales training. Then you can start redeeming your incentives!