Our mission is to deliver cost-effective clean air vehicles and fair financing to disadvantaged communities throughout California. Thank you for joining us in making a meaningful difference in people’s lives.
Dealer Partnership at a Glance
Network Eligibility
- Franchise dealer.
- Credit Union Direct Lending member.
- Other dealers are subject to program discretion.
Benefits
- DCAP provides fast turnaround times for document review and grant payment to dealerships.
- DCAP offers an array of services to support informed buyers in selecting a qualifying vehicle within their budget.
- Individualized financial counseling.
- Access to loan interest financing.
- Down payment assistance up to $12,000.
- Charging assistance up to $2,000.
Vehicle Eligibility
- Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, battery electric vehicle, or a fuel cell electric vehicle only.
- $45,000 or less vehicle cost (does not include taxes and fees).
- $45,000 or less amount financed.
- 8* model years or newer. *The model year of an 8-year vehicle is calculated by subtracting 7 from the current calendar year of the transaction (e.g., eligible replacement vehicles in calendar 2024 include model years 2017 and newer).
- 75,000 or less original miles.
- New vehicles must be on the California Air Resource Board list of eligible vehicles.
Grant Redemption
- Ensure your vehicle meets the requirements (complete checklist available in the Resources tab).
- Apply the appropriate grant as a down payment on a lease or purchase agreement.
- Submit purchase or lease information using the “Redeem Grant” button at the top of the page.
- DCAP staff members will review the payment request for completeness.
- Approved requests will be paid directly to the dealership via ACH.
