CARB to Launch Small Fleet ZEV Conversion Incentives

Cleaner, and likely much quieter.

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) said today that it is about to start a new pilot program that aims to help small trucking fleets make the transition to zero-emission trucks. The so-called Innovative Small e-Fleet pilot will focus on privately owned and non-profit trucking fleets with 20 or fewer trucks and less than $15 million in annual revenue.

The pilot will provide $25 million to implement a range of entries to help small fleets make the transition to zero-emissions. These will include flexible financing, short-term rentals, and full-service leases, such as all-inclusive truck-as-a-service options with enhanced incentives and fueling support. The pilot is contained within the larger Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP).

“Small fleets and owner-operators have often faced multiple barriers to zero-emission truck adoption, such as high upfront costs, limited financing, and complex planning for charging. By dedicating this set-aside funding for small fleets, HVIP can position itself to better understand the specific needs of this traditionally under-served group and support their transition to zero-emission ahead of the upcoming Advanced Clean Fleets rule,” CARB said.

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