14-04-2025
What to know about new statewide e-bike incentive program. Plus, how Mass. residents can apply.
Following several local pilot initiatives, MassCEC (the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center), a quasi-public agency focused on economic development, is rolling out the new statewide program.
When can residents start applying? What do applicants need?
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After the two-week open registration period, selected applicants will be chosen via an automated random selection process. MassCEC will notify those selected, who will then have a week to complete their application and provide proof of residency and their income or participation in an eligible income-certified program.
Awarded individuals will receive a code that they can use at a participating retailer, both for an e-bike and equipment. They will have 60 days to redeem their voucher.
Over the course of six months, the agency will be staggering the rollout of 3,000 vouchers, with about 500 awarded each month.
Who qualifies for the vouchers, and what are the rebates offered?
What e-bikes are eligible?
Residents can use the voucher on both e-cargo bikes, used for carrying large loads or children, as well as adaptive e-bikes, which are designed for people with mobility challenges.
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The e-bike must be
Class 1:
An electric bicycle or tricycle equipped with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and that ceases to provide assistance at 20 miles per hour.
Class 2:
An electric bicycle or tricycle equipped with a motor that may be used exclusively to propel the bicycle, but tops out at 20 miles per hour.
The e-bike must have two or three wheels, fully operable pedals, and an electric motor that is 750 watts or less. It cannot be gasoline powered. Plus, it must meet UL 2849 and or EN 15194 certifications.
There is a maximum purchase price of $5,000 for a standard e-bike and $8,500 for an adaptive e-bike.
The voucher can only be used in-person at participating bike stores in Massachusetts.
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