Rhode Island EV Incentive Calculator

2026

Rhode Island in 2026: $200 a year extra to register an electric car ($100 for a plug-in hybrid); DRIVE EV rebate is open. The federal EV tax credit ended for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025.

By Konstantin Iakovlev · Updated October 19, 2026 · Methodology

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$/gal
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mi/kWh

Annual Fuel Savings

$1,238.57

Annual Maintenance Savings

$480.00

Total Annual Savings

$1,518.57

5-Year Savings

$7,592.86

10-Year Savings

$15,185.71

EV Savings Breakdown

Annual Gas Fuel Cost$1,855.71
Annual EV Fuel Cost- $617.14
Annual Fuel Savings$1,238.57
Gas Maintenance/yr$1,212.00
EV Maintenance/yr- $732.00
Annual Maintenance Savings$480.00
Extra EV Registration Fee- $200.00
Total Annual Savings$1,518.57
5-Year Savings$7,592.86
10-Year Savings$15,185.71

Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, financial, or legal advice. Results are estimates based on the information you provide and current rates. Always consult a qualified tax professional or financial advisor for advice specific to your situation.

Rhode Island EV Fees and Incentives (2026)

Since January 1, 2026, Rhode Island adds $200 a year for an electric car, $100 for a plug-in hybrid and $50 for a hybrid, billed with the two-year registration ($400, $200 or $100). The fees are not indexed to inflation.

DRIVE EV rebate (open): $3,000 for a new electric car or $2,000 for a new plug-in hybrid up to $75,000 ($2,500/$1,750 used, up to $55,000) from a Rhode Island dealer; income-qualified buyers get up to $1,500 more. Official program page.

The federal clean vehicle tax credits (up to $7,500 for a new EV, up to $4,000 for a used EV, and the commercial clean vehicle credit) ended for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025. A vehicle still qualifies if a binding written contract was signed and a payment made by that date, even if it was delivered later; the credit is then claimed for the year of delivery.

Rhode Island EV Fees & Incentives (2026)

EV Registration Surcharge $200/yr
Plug-in Hybrid Surcharge $100/yr
Hybrid Surcharge $50/yr
State Purchase Incentive DRIVE EV rebate (open)
Federal EV Tax Credit Ended for vehicles acquired after Sep 30, 2025
State Tax When You Buy a Car 7.00%

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