Georgia Laws and Incentives for Vehicle Owner/Driver
The list below contains summaries of all Georgia laws and incentives related to Vehicle Owner/Driver.
State Incentives
Commercial Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Tax Credit
Beginning July 1, 2015, an income tax credit is available to taxpayers who purchase new commercial medium-duty or heavy-duty AFVs that operate using at least 90% alternative fuel. Eligible alternative fuels include electricity, propane, natural gas, or hydrogen fuel. Medium-duty hybrid electric vehicles also qualify. Eligible medium-duty AFVs with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) between 8,500 and 26,001 pounds (lbs.) may qualify for a credit of up to $12,000. Heavy-duty AFVs with a GVWR over 26,001 lbs. may qualify for a credit of up to $20,000. The maximum credit per taxpayer is $250,000 and no unused portion of the credit may be carried forward. Qualified AFVs must be purchased before June 30, 2017, remain registered in Georgia for at least five years, be certified by the Georgia Board of Natural Resources, and accumulate at least 75% of their annual mileage in Georgia. The Georgia Department of Revenue will pre-approve credit applications on a first come, first served basis. Up to $2.5 million in total credits will be available each fiscal year. (Reference House Bill 48, 2014, and Georgia Code 48-7-29.18 and 48-7-29.19)
Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Tax Credit
An income tax credit is available to individuals who purchase or lease a new dedicated AFV or convert a vehicle to operate solely on an alternative fuel. The amount of the tax credit is 10% of the vehicle cost, up to $2,500. Qualified vehicles must meet emissions standards the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has defined. Eligible alternative fuels include natural gas, propane, hydrogen, coal-derived liquid fuels, fuels other than alcohol derived from biological materials, and electricity. Any portion of the credit not used in the year the AFV is purchased or converted may be carried over for up to five years. This incentive does not apply to hybrid electric vehicles. For more information, see the DNR Alternative Fuels and Tax Credits website. (Reference Georgia Code 48-7-40.16)
Point of Contact
James Udi
Environmental Specialist
Georgia Environmental Protection Division
Phone: (404) 363-7046
Fax: (404) 362-2534
james.udi@dnr.state.ga.us
Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Tax Credit
An income tax credit is available to individuals who purchase or lease a new ZEV. The amount of the tax credit is 20% of the vehicle cost, up to $5,000. For the purpose of this credit, a ZEV is defined as a motor vehicle that has zero tailpipe and evaporative emissions, including a pure electric vehicle. Low-speed vehicles do not qualify for this credit. Any portion of the credit not used in the year the ZEV is purchased or leased may be carried over for up to five years. For more information, see the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Alternative Fuels and Tax Credits website. (Reference Georgia Code 48-7-40.16)
Point of Contact
James Udi
Environmental Specialist
Georgia Environmental Protection Division
Phone: (404) 363-7046
Fax: (404) 362-2534
james.udi@dnr.state.ga.us
Idle Reduction Weight Exemption
Any motor vehicle equipped with idle reduction technology may exceed the state gross, axle, and tandem weight limits by up to 400 pounds to account for the weight of the technology. To be eligible for the weight exemption, the vehicle operator must be able to present written certification of the weight of the idle reduction technology and demonstrate or certify that the technology is fully functional at all times. (Reference Georgia Code 32-6-27)
Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane Exemption
AFVs displaying the proper alternative fuel license plate may use HOV lanes, regardless of the number of passengers. AFVs include certified hybrid electric vehicles, flexible fuel vehicles, plug-in electric vehicles, and vehicles that operate on natural gas, propane, hydrogen, or other special fuels. For more information on fees and eligibility for the AFV license plate, see the Georgia Department of Revenue website. (Reference Georgia Code 32-9-4 and 40-2-86.1)
Utility/Private Incentives
Reduced Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Fueling Infrastructure Lease - AGL
Atlanta Gas Light (AGL) offers a reduced cost lease on the BRC FuelMaker Phill CNG vehicle home fueling appliance. To qualify, applicants must be AGL customers, meet the specified credit requirements, and agree to the terms of the standard lease agreement. The $60 per month lease option is available to the first 500 applicants and includes installation costs of up to $2,000. For more information, see the AGL FuelMaker Phill Lease Program website.
Plug-In Electric Vehicle Charging Rate Incentive - Georgia Power
Georgia Power offers a Plug-in Electric Vehicle (PEV) time-of-use electricity rate for residential customers who own an electric or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle. The PEV rate is optional and does not require a separate meter. For more information, see the Georgia Power Plug-In Electric Vehicle Application website. |
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