Electric Vehicle Rebate
$250-$500* rebate on qualified electric vehicles
Can be either battery electric or plug-in hybrid electric.
Available on purchases made April 1 – December 31, 2026
*You may qualify for a higher rebate amount if you meet income guidelines and are currently enrolled in LIHEAP or Minnesota Power's self-declare income & usage rate discount. If either applies, your rebate amount may automatically increase after verification.
Online applications will be down for scheduled maintenance on Monday, February 3 starting at 10:00am CST. They are expected to be available by Thursday, February 6. For immediate assistance, please call 218-355-2843.
2 Ways to Receive Your Electric Vehicle Rebate
Eligibility
- Must be a Minnesota Power customer to participate.
- Can be either battery electric or plug-in hybrid electric.
- New and used electric vehicles must be purchased from a licensed dealer to be eligible for rebates. Private sales are not eligible.
- Residential customers are required to be on one of Minnesota Power’s time-based or interruptible rates (Time-of-Day, Residential EV Service, or Dual Fuel Standard). Minnesota Power will verify rate eligibility prior to rebate fulfillment.
- Must purchase a new or used, qualifying electric vehicle. Leased vehicles do not qualify for a rebate.
- One rebate per product purchased.
Rebate Amount
| Category | New EV Amount | Used EV Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Residential/Commercial | $500 | $250 |
| Income-Qualified | $1,000 | $500 |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | $550 | — |
Final rebate amount depends on compliance with program requirements and verification.
Important Notes
- Include a copy of the sales receipt on the rebate form.
- Expect your rebate check in 8–10 weeks.
- Additional payment options (digital and physical prepaid cards) may be available if you provide a valid email address.
- For questions about the status of your rebate, please call 1-855-669-8196.
Why Choose an Electric Vehicle?
- Lower fuel and maintenance costs – Electricity is cheaper than gasoline, and EVs have fewer moving parts, which means less routine maintenance.
- Cleaner for the environment – EVs produce zero tailpipe emissions, helping reduce air pollution and greenhouse gases.
- Convenient charging – Charge at home overnight and wake up with a full “tank,” with public charging options expanding every year.
- Quiet, smooth performance – Electric motors deliver instant torque for a smooth, responsive, and quiet driving experience.
Terms and Conditions
- Offer valid on purchases made April 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026.
- If submitted via mail, rebate request must be postmarked no later than January 15, 2027.
- Late submissions will not be accepted.
- Offer cannot be combined with other Minnesota Power rebate offers.
- Minnesota Power does not warrant the performance of purchased equipment expressly or implicitly.
- Minnesota Power is not responsible for lost, late, or undelivered submissions.
- Fraudulent submissions could result in federal prosecution.
Questions on Energy Conservation?
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Email: customerprograms@mnpower.com
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