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2026 EV Tax Credit Changes: Impact on Leasing
How the latest changes to federal EV tax credits affect your lease options and monthly payments.
6 min read Updated 2026-03-20
New changes to the federal EV tax credit program are reshaping the electric vehicle leasing landscape.
What Changed
Updated manufacturing requirements have shifted which vehicles qualify for the full $7,500 credit vs. the partial $3,750 credit.
Impact on Leasing
The good news: leased EVs continue to qualify as commercial vehicles, meaning most leased EVs still receive the full credit regardless of manufacturing origin requirements.