ZEVs sold, rented, or leased in New Jersey are exempt from state sales and use tax. This exemption does not apply to partial ZEVs, including hybrid electric vehicles. ZEVs are defined as vehicles that meet California Air Resources Board zero emission standards for that model year. For a list of qualified ZEV, see the New Jersey Department of the Treasury ZEV Sales Tax Exemption website. (Reference New Jersey Statutes 54:32B-8.55)
Program Administrators:
NJ Department of Treasury (DOT), Division of Taxation; US Department of Energy (DOE); Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy (EERE)
See program website for expiration dates.