As of January 1, new rules for a $7,500 federal tax credit on electric vehicles have come into effect, but the list of eligible vehicles has significantly shortened due to stricter criteria. The full credit is now more challenging to obtain for cars containing materials from China and other countries labeled as a “foreign entity of concern” by the Treasury Department. To adapt to these changes, numerous car manufacturers are in a race to establish battery production facilities in the United States, aiming to decrease their dependence on Chinese suppliers. However, achieving complete independence from Chinese materials and components remains a goal that is years away for these companies. Consequently, several popular electric vehicles, including Ford’s Mustang Mach-E and various versions of the Tesla Model 3, no longer qualify for the tax credit. Similarly, many of GM’s new EVs, such as Chevrolet’s Blazer EV and Cadillac Lyric, on its Ultium battery platform are also ineligible. The Biden Administration’s alterations to the electric vehicle tax credit have prompted innovative strategies from shoppers and dealers to ensure the maximum incentives for each electric car. To find out the eligibility of a vehicle, you can enter its VIN at fueleconomy.gov. Currently, only 13 vehicles remain eligible for at least a partial credit.
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