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THE CORE EV INCENTIVE

GET REWARDED FOR GOING ELECTRIC

What is the CA CORE Program?

California's Clean Off-Road Equipment (CORE) Program

  • Funded by CARB, CORE offers point-of-sale cash vouchers for zero-emission off-road equipment.
  • No scrappage required. Buy new EV machinery at a reduced price instantly.
  • Vouchers range up to $500,000 depending on equipment size.
  • Eligible buyers: California-based businesses, public agencies, and small fleets.

Eligible CASE Electric Equipment Models

MODEL

DESCRIPTION

INCENTIVE

580EV

Backhoe Loader

$290,000

CX25EV (Cab)

Mini Excavator

$46,000

CX25EV (ROPS)

Mini Excavator

$43,000

CL36EV

Compact Wheel Loader

$53,000

Why Choose CASE Electric Machines?

Simple 3-Step Process to Save with CORE

Leading the Charge

Building a Cleaner Future with CORE-Approved EV Machinery

Fully Compliant with the California CORE Program

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  • All listed CASE EV models are pre-approved for CORE funding

  • No scrappage required—get funding without trading in your diesel machines

  • Instant savings at the point of sale—no waiting for rebates

  • Receive up to $290,000+ in vouchers for select CASE equipment

  • Small business and DAC enhancements apply: +10% to +15% bonus funding

Leading the Industry into Zero Emissions

Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast of the Semantics, a large language ocean.

CASE’s move into electric machinery is more than innovation—it’s alignment with a cleaner construction future.

With lower operating costs, powerful performance, and full state incentive support, there’s never been a better time to upgrade.

“CASE EV equipment helps you meet California’s clean air goals—without sacrificing power or productivity.”

Diesel vs Electric

CASE DIESEL

Cost Breakdown (3 Years):

  • Equipment: $120K
  • Fuel: $75K
  • Maintenance: $40K
  • Downtime: $10K

= Total: ~$245,000

CASE 580EV

Cost Breakdown (3 Years):

  • Equipment: $290K
  • CORE Incentive: –$290K
  • Fuel: $0
  • Maintenance: ~$10K

= Total: ~$10,000

FAQ About CALIFORNIA CORE

Who qualifies for CORE vouchers?

Eligible applicants must be California-based businesses or public agencies.

For Fiscal Year 2024–25, vouchers are limited to small businesses and public agencies, with “small business” defined as having ≤ $15M annual revenue and ≤ 100 employees

What types of equipment are eligible?

CORE supports zero-emission off‑road equipment categories including construction, agricultural, forklifts, cargo handling, rail, harbor craft, and terminal equipment. Equipment must meet technical thresholds (like ≥ 19 kW motor for construction machines)

How much funding is available?

Voucher amounts vary:

  • Construction & agriculture equipment: up to $500,000

  • Large forklifts, rail, harbor craft: up to $1,000,000

  • Infrastructure enhancements: $3,000 (small charger) to $30,000 (≥ 50 kW EVSE)

  • TRUs: up to $65,000, etc.

Are there incentive enhancements available?

Yes:

  • +15% for qualifying small businesses

  • +10% for equipment deployed in Disadvantaged Communities (DACs)

  • Infrastructure incentive up to $30,000 per unit

Do I need to scrap old diesel equipment?

No. CORE does not require scrappage—you can purchase new zero-emission equipment without retiring existing machines

How does the application process work?

  1. Connect with a CORE-approved dealer who submits the voucher request on your behalf via the Voucher Processing Center.

  2. Must be in regulatory compliance (e.g. California registration) prior to application.

  3. The voucher is applied at point-of-sale, so you pay the discounted price immediately

Is there a limit on how many vouchers or fleet size?

  • No cap on fleet size or number of vouchers per purchaser—multiple units per fleet are allowed.

  • Vouchers are issued first‑come, first‑served, funding is often oversubscribed, and a contingency waitlist may be available

How long must equipment remain in California?

Once purchased, the equipment must be operated in California for at least three years, with annual telematics or reporting submissions documenting hours, energy use, and deployment in communities

When will CORE heavy-duty funding re-open?

The Heavy-Duty funding segment opens on August 19, 2025 at 9 AM PST. Until then, applications for FY 2024‑25 heavy-duty equipment are closed. Smaller landscape equipment funds may open earlier in March 2025.

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