Plug_in Incentive and Hybrid Tax Updates (CA WA DE ID SC)

Wow lots of late breaking news. I will try to add details later:

1. Washington State at the last minute saved its EV tax credit and extended it to Plug-Ins. Only cars less than $35k but Plug-In Prius is excluded for insufficient battery capacity (need 30 miles). So we can possibly see why Toyota needs a bona fide 30 miles next PiP2.

2. Delaware has added ~$2000 EV/Plug_in incentive looks like PiP might be included! Not sure if PiP gets the full amount. The DE FAQ section specifically mentions PiP as an example, unless PiP is unobtainium it appears PiP is included. DE is CARB-Lite (not 150k for batts).

3. California has modified the CVRP rebate program slightly for less payout to higher income folks

4. Bad news: Idaho had added a new Hybrid tax of $75/yr and EV fee of $150/yr ...more on this later...I can only quote what Va. Gov Terry McAuliffe said when asked by a reporter: "Do you really think a hybrid fee discourages sales (in Va.)?" Va. Governor: "Yes I do"...however, I must say ID is not VA...let me analyze and comment later.

5. South Carolina has some stealth incentives going on looks like an old Hybrid incentives law is still on the books from 2005 and some owners are getting credits. It is not well publicized.

I get a lot of my news from the Washington Hybrid Vehicle and Alternate Fuels Report

WSDOT - Budget and Financial Analysis - Hybrid Vehicle and Alternative Fuel Report