Newsom says he will focus on bringing back the state's ZEV rebate program if the Trump administration and the now Republican-controlled Congress seek to repeal the $7,500 federal tax credit for people who buy new electric vehicles. California's rebate program was phased out in 2023, but Newsom says drivers continue to buy these vehicles.

California could offer state tax rebates for electric vehicle purchases if the incoming Trump administration eliminates the $7,500 federal EV tax credit. Gov.

Governor of California Gavin Newsom says the state will revamp its Clean Vehicle Rebate Program for ZEVs if Donald Trump eliminates the federal EV tax credit.