Electric vehicle incentives & rebates in Virginia
1 state or local incentive for drivers, 5 utilities with residential EV programs — plus EV fees, HOV rules, public charging and the cost to charge in Virginia. Every program links to its official page and the U.S. Department of Energy AFDC entry.
Updated November 2026 · AFDC data retrieved November 6, 2026
Virginia EV rebates, tax credits and perks
Alternative Fuel and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) Emissions Testing Exemption
CurrentState IncentivesVehicles powered exclusively by natural gas, propane, hydrogen, a combination of compressed natural gas and hydrogen, or electricity are exempt from the Virginia emissions inspection program. Qualified HEVs with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency fuel economy ratings of at least 50 miles per gallon (city), or 48 miles per gallon (city) for model year 2008 or 2009 vehicles, are also exempt from the emissions inspection program unless remote sensing devices indicate the HEV may not meet current emissions standards. HEVs that do not meet exemption criteria are subject to a $2 per year emissions fee when renewing vehicle registration.
Official program page: Emissions Inspections · AFDC entry · enacted September 1, 2005
Virginia home and community charging incentives
No current state-level charger incentive for residents is listed for Virginia; many utilities below offer charger rebates.
Virginia utility EV programs
5 utilities list residential EV programs; 3 offer an EV or time-of-use rate and 2 charger incentives
| Utility | Type | Residential EV programs | Business / fleet programs | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Power Company | investor-owned utility (IOU) | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate | — | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Dominion Energy | investor-owned utility (IOU) | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Purchase Rebate 🔌 EV Charger Deployment Pilot Programs | 🔌 EV Level 2 Charging Station Installation Rebate 🔌 EV Charger Deployment Pilot Programs | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative | cooperative | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate | — | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Rappahannock Electric Cooperative | cooperative | ⚡ EV Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate | — | Utility EV page AFDC |
| Virginia Propane Gas Association | — | 🚗 New Propane Vehicle Rebate 🚗 Propane Vehicle Conversion Rebate | 🚗 New Propane Vehicle Rebate 🚗 Propane Vehicle Conversion Rebate | Utility EV page AFDC |
⚡ rates and fuel pricing · 🔌 charging equipment and installation · 🚗 vehicle rebates. AFDC lists program types; amounts, eligibility and waitlists are on the utility's own page — follow the link and confirm the program is open before you buy.
Virginia EV registration fees, HOV and toll rules
EV fees
Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Fee
CurrentLaws and RegulationsAFV owners must pay an annual highway fee or a per-mile road use fee. These fees are in addition to standard vehicle registration fees. For more information, including the current fee amount, see the Virginia Department of Transportation Highway Use Fee website. (Reference Virginia Code 46.2-770 through 46.2-773)
Official program page: Highway Use Fee · AFDC entry · AFDC updated November 2, 2021
HOV and toll lanes
No current HOV-lane or toll exemption for EVs listed for Virginia. Ended: High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane Exemption (2025-09-30).
Virginia laws that affect EV owners
5 law or regulations (right-to-charge, multifamily charging, parking, inspections and more)
Aftermarket Electric Vehicle (EV) Conversion Regulations
CurrentLaws and RegulationsAny motor vehicle, other than a motorcycle, that has been modified to replace the internal combustion engine with an electric propulsion system must be titled by and registered with the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) as a converted EV. DMV-converted EV registration requires certification by a Virginia safety inspector that the conversion to electric propulsion is complete and proof that the vehicle has passed a Virginia safety inspection. There is a $15 fee, in addition to any fee imposed for Virginia safety inspection.
Official program page: Titling a Converted EV · AFDC entry · amended March 12, 2013
Alternative Fuel Tax
CurrentLaws and RegulationsAlternative fuels used to operate on-road vehicles are taxed at an annually adjusted rate per gasoline gallon equivalent (GGE). Alternative fuels are taxed at the same rate as gasoline and gasohol. For more information, including fuel-specific GGE calculations, see the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles Fuels Tax Rates and Alternative Fuels Conversion website. (Reference Virginia Code 58.1-2217 and 58.1-2249)
Official program page: Fuels Tax Rates and Alternative Fuels Conversion · AFDC entry · amended February 27, 2014
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Policies for Associations
CurrentLaws and RegulationsHomeowners associations (HOAs) or condominium associations may not prohibit the installation of an EV charger for personal use within the EV charger owner's designated parking space. HOAs may establish restrictions on the number, size, placement, manner of installation, and insurance requirements for the EV charger if it is installed on the exterior of the property or in a common area. HOAs are not liable for the EV charger. A condominium association may prohibit the installation of an EV charger if it is not technically feasible or practical due to safety risks, structural issues, or engineering conditions.
AFDC entry · enacted April 9, 2020 · AFDC updated May 11, 2020
Electric Vehicle (EV) Parking Space Regulation
CurrentLaws and RegulationsAny vehicle that is not actively charging may not park in a designated EV charging parking space. The penalty for violation is up to $25. Local governments may issue an additional penalty of up to $25. (Reference Virginia Code 46.2-1219.3)
AFDC entry · enacted April 27, 2022 · AFDC updated May 13, 2022
Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebate Authorization
CurrentLaws and RegulationsThe Virginia Department of Mines, Minerals, and Energy is authorized to administer a rebate program for the purchase of a new or used EV. Rebates may not exceed $2,500. An additional rebate of $2,000 must be available for residents whose annual household income does not exceed 300% of current poverty guidelines. Eligible used vehicles may not have a purchase price of more than $25,000. This rebate expires on January 1, 2027. For more information, see the Virginia Department of Energy Sustainable Transportation website. (Reference Virginia Code 45.2-1726 through 45.2-1733)
Official program page: Sustainable Transportation · AFDC entry · enacted March 31, 2021 · AFDC updated May 13, 2022
Recently ended Virginia EV programs
1 program ended in the last 3 years
High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane Exemption
Ended (expired 2025-09-30)State IncentivesAlternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) displaying the Virginia Clean Special Fuel license plate may use Virginia HOV lanes on specified areas of I-64, I-264, I-564, the Dulles Toll Road, and in the City of Alexandria, regardless of the number of occupants. For HOV lanes serving the I-66 corridor, only registered vehicles displaying Clean Special Fuel license plates issued before July 1, 2011, are exempt from HOV lane requirements. Only dedicated AFVs are eligible; see the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles website for a complete list of qualifying vehicles.
Official program page: Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles · AFDC entry · amended April 18, 2012 · AFDC updated September 10, 2015
Virginia programs for businesses, fleets and public agencies
4 programs
Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) and Infrastructure Loans
CurrentState IncentivesLocal organizations and businesses may apply for financial assistance from the Virginia Clean Energy Innovation Bank (VCEIB) to support energy projects, including alternative fuel vehicle and related infrastructure projects. Funding support may include loans, credit enhancements, and more. For more information, see the Virginia Department of Energy VCEIB website. (Reference Virginia Code 15.2-958.3:1)
Official program page: VCEIB · AFDC entry · AFDC updated March 12, 2026
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Deployment Grants
CurrentState IncentivesThe Virginia Department of Energy offers grants of up to $400,000 to private businesses and public-private partnerships for the installation of EV chargers in rural or underserved communities. For more information, including additional requirements, see the Virginia Department of Energy EV Charging Assistance Program website.
Official program page: EV Charging Assistance Program · AFDC entry · AFDC updated February 15, 2024
Government Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Incentive
CurrentState IncentivesThe Virginia Department of Mines, Minerals and Energy, in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Transportation, offers up to $10,000 to state agencies and local governments for the incremental cost of new or converted AFVs. To be eligible, vehicles must comply with Buy America provisions or qualify for a waiver from the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration, and must be garaged in areas of air quality nonattainment, as recognized by the federal Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) program. For more information, see the Virginia CMAQ Incentive Program website.
Official program page: Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) · AFDC entry · AFDC updated July 9, 2015
Virginia's National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Planning
CurrentState IncentivesThe U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) NEVI Formula Program required the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to submit an annually updated EV Infrastructure Deployment Plan (Plan) for fiscal years 2022 through 2026 to their FHWA Division Office, describing how the state intended to distribute NEVI funds and their physical and cybersecurity strategies, and including a Community Engagement Outcomes Report. The submitted plans must address updated NEVI Guidance. For more information about Virginia's NEVI planning process, see the VDOT Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment Plan website.
Official program page: NEVI Guidance · AFDC entry · AFDC updated September 27, 2022
Public EV charging stations in Virginia
1,849 stations · 3,665 Level 2 ports · 1,855 DC fast ports
| City | Stations | DC fast ports |
|---|---|---|
| Arlington | 212 | 38 |
| Richmond | 145 | 90 |
| Alexandria | 81 | 44 |
| Sterling | 68 | 36 |
| Charlottesville | 66 | 44 |
| Woodbridge | 62 | 60 |
| Fairfax | 56 | 41 |
| Ashburn | 54 | 72 |
| Reston | 53 | 32 |
| McLean | 51 | 8 |
| Norfolk | 45 | 62 |
| Falls Church | 43 | 36 |
| Virginia Beach | 42 | 41 |
| Fredericksburg | 31 | 82 |
| Williamsburg | 31 | 25 |
| Newport News | 30 | 64 |
| Blacksburg | 30 | 16 |
| Chesapeake | 28 | 28 |
| Leesburg | 28 | 34 |
| Herndon | 28 | 12 |
| Network | Stations |
|---|---|
| ChargePoint | 978 |
| Blink | 209 |
| Non-networked | 173 |
| Tesla Destination | 140 |
| Tesla Supercharger | 112 |
| EVgo | 58 |
| Electrify America | 36 |
| EV Connect | 21 |
| Ford Charge | 16 |
| Loop | 13 |
| AmpUp | 11 |
| OpConnect | 9 |
Connectors: J1772 at 1,385 stations, CCS at 251, NACS/Tesla at 304, CHAdeMO at 106.
Cost to charge an EV at home in Virginia
About $6.27 per 100 miles at 16.95¢/kWh
Defaults: 12,000 miles a year and 30 MPG are examples — enter your own. Energy only (no maintenance, insurance or depreciation). Efficiency is the EPA combined kWh/100 mi rating (window sticker); real-world use varies with speed, weather and charging.
Electric cars for sale in Virginia
325 EVs and 144 plug-in hybrids · 1.9% of Virginia listings · median EV asking $42,389
Frequently asked questions
- Are there EV rebates or tax credits in Virginia?
- Yes. The U.S. Department of Energy lists 1 state or local incentive for drivers, 5 utilities with residential EV programs in Virginia (as of November 6, 2026): Alternative Fuel and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) Emissions Testing Exemption. Funding and eligibility change, so check each official program page.
- Is there still a federal EV tax credit in Virginia?
- No. The federal new and used clean vehicle credits are not available for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025 (IRS), and the home charger credit (30C) ended for equipment placed in service after June 30, 2026.
- Does Virginia charge an EV registration fee?
- Yes — Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Fee: AFV owners must pay an annual highway fee or a per-mile road use fee. These fees are in addition to standard vehicle registration fees. For more information, including the current fee amount, see the Virginia Department (AFDC, as of November 6, 2026).
- Can EVs use HOV lanes in Virginia?
- AFDC lists no current HOV-lane exemption for EVs in Virginia; a previous program (High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane Exemption) is no longer active.
- How many public EV charging stations are in Virginia?
- 1,849 open public charging stations with 3,665 Level 2 and 1,855 DC fast charging ports, per the U.S. Department of Energy station locator (November 6, 2026).
- How much does it cost to charge an EV at home in Virginia?
- At Virginia's average residential electricity price of 16.95¢ per kWh (EIA, Year-to-Date through August 2026), about $6.27 per 100 miles for an EV using 37 kWh/100 mi. Regular gasoline averaged $3.69/gal (Lower Atlantic (PADD 1C), EIA week of November 2, 2026).
- How many electric cars are for sale in Virginia on AutosXchange?
- 325 EVs and 144 plug-in hybrids from Virginia dealers, 1.9% of listings in the state; median EV asking price $42,389.
AutosXchange market data is calculated from the asking prices of current dealer listings on AutosXchange, refreshed as dealers update their inventory. These are not sold or transaction prices and not appraisals. Listings with an asking price under $500 (placeholder prices) are excluded. Confirm price, fees and availability with the selling dealer.