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Unleash Texas-Sized Savings for Nikola Class 8 Zero-Emission Trucks with Texas Clean Fleet Incentives
Save up to $385,000* per vehicle on a Class 8 zero-emissions Nikola truck through various Texas incentive programs. These savings are available for a limited time and are subject to eligibility requirements. Act now to maximize your benefits.
Texas offers multiple valuable incentive programs, including:
• Texas Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Program (TxVEMP)
These programs offer substantial grants for replacing older, diesel-powered vehicles with new, zero-emissions models, covering up to 80% of eligible costs.
Upgrade your fleet, make a significant environmental impact, and take advantage of these Texas-sized savings.
Secure your spot for first-come, first-served incentives and lead the charge toward a better future.
TEXAS INCENTIVES
Texas Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Program (TxVEMP)
TxVEMP provides grants for repowering or replacing eligible vehicles and equipment, such as school buses, transit buses, and diesel-powered heavy-duty trucks, with all-electric models. It also offers funding for the necessary infrastructure.
Eligibility: Individuals, state and local governments, and corporations. This includes companies headquartered outside Texas that operate eligible equipment within the state, subject to other requirements.
Incentive Type: Grant
Application Process:
• Check eligibility to ensure your vehicles and equipment qualify for TxVEMP grants.
• Submit Application Via Email: Complete and submit a W-9 form
and application form.
Additional Information:
• Nikola Quick Facts on Texas – TxVEMP.
• TxVEMP All Electric Grant Program Application Workshop.
• Texas Commission On Environmental Quality TxVEMP program information.
*Additional requirements may apply. For complete incentive requirements,
please visit the program website (links above).
Seaport and Rail Yard Areas Emissions Reduction Program
Description: SPRY offers grants to cover up to 80% of eligible costs for upgrading or replacing older drayage trucks and container handling equipment.
Eligibility: Individuals, corporations, organizations, governments, and government agencies. Corporations headquartered outside of Texas that operate eligible equipment within the state are also eligible, subject to other requirements.
Incentive Type: Grant
Application Process:
• Verify eligibility to ensure your vehicles and equipment qualify for SPRY grants.
• Use the Maximum Eligible Grant Amount Tables to determine potential funding, up to 80% of eligible costs.
• Collect necessary documents such as proof of ownership or lease and IRS Form W-9.
• Complete and submit your application via the TCEQ FTPS site or by mail to the Air Grants Division.
Additional Resources:
• Nikola Quick Facts on Texas – SPRY
• SPRY Guidelines
• SPRY Application Form
*Additional requirements may apply. For complete incentive requirements,
please visit the program website (links above).
FAQ
Not always. Some programs are restricted to specific counties, with eligibility criteria varying by program. Nikola can help by providing a one-page incentive summary indicating statewide availability or county-specific restrictions, complete with links to maps and detailed information.
Texas does not have a voucher incentive program like California’s HVIP. However, some Texas grant programs offer funding for new heavy-duty zero-emissions vehicles without requiring the scrappage of an operational diesel truck. Availability may be limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Funding amounts vary based on multiple factors, including program specifics and local restrictions. Generally, more funding is available for upgrading local older diesel trucks to zero-emissions vehicles compared to adding new fleet purchases. For detailed information, contact Nikola Sales or email [email protected].
Current Texas grant programs do not permit stacking of funds. However, this policy may change in the future.
*For example, California’s HVIP recently started allowing incentive stacking for small fleets.
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*Additional requirements may apply. For more details, visit applicable incentive website. Does not constitute tax advice. Please consult your tax advisor.