Alternative Fuel Stations in South Haven, MI

Tax incentives and/or other rebates, credits, incentives or related initiaves for drivers of alternative fuel vehicles or for other uses of alternative fuel in South Haven, MI.

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Emissions Inspection Exemption

Dedicated AFVs powered by compressed natural gas, propane, electricity, or any other source as defined by the Michigan Department of Transportation are exempt from emissions inspection requirements. (Reference Michigan Compiled Laws 324.6311 and 324.6512)

Electric Vehicle (EV) Time-Of-Use (TOU) Rate - DTE Energy

DTE Energy offers a TOU rate to residential customers who own a EV. For rate information, including how to qualify, see the DTE Energy EV Rates website.

Alternative Fuel Excise Tax

Alternative fuels are taxed equal to the motor fuel tax on a gallon equivalent basis. Alternative fuels include natural gas, propane, hydrogen, and hythane. A gallon equivalent is defined as 5.660 pounds (lbs.) of compressed natural gas, 6.06 lbs. of liquefied natural gas, 480.11 standard cubic feet of hydrogen, and 162.44 standard cubic feet of hydrogen compressed natural gas. A gallon of propane is measured as 4 quarts or 3.785 liters. (Reference Michigan Compiled Laws 207.1003, 207.1151, and 207.1152)

Electric Vehicle (EV) Fee

In addition to standard registration fees, EVs, including all-electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) with a minimum battery capacity of 4 kilowatt-hours, are subject to an annual fee. The specific fees are as follows:

Vehicle Type	Gross Vehicle Weight Rating	Fee
PHEV	8,000 pounds (lbs.) or less	$30
PHEV	8,000 lbs.	$100
EV	8,000 lbs. or less	$100
EV	8,000 lbs.	$200

PHEV fees will increase by $2.50 per $0.01 that the state motor fuel tax exceeds $0.19 and EV fees will increase by $5.00 per $0.01 that the state motor fuel tax exceeds $0.19.

(Reference Michigan Compiled Laws 257.801)

Natural Gas Vehicle (NGV) Weight Exemption

A vehicle primarily powered by natural gas may exceed the state's axle and weight loading limits by a weight equal to the difference between the weight of the vehicle with the natural gas tank and fueling system and the weight of a comparable vehicle with a diesel tank and fueling system. The NGV maximum gross weight may not exceed 82,000 pounds. (Reference Michigan Compiled Laws Section 257.722)

Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – DTE Energy

DTE Energy offers a $500 rebate for the installation of a Level 2 EV charging station to qualified residential customers that purchase or lease an electric vehicle (EV) and enroll in the EV Charging Rates. For more information, see the DTE Energy Charging Forward website.

Propane Vehicle Conversion Rebate – Michigan Propane Gas Association

Vehicles converted to run on propane that are model year 2015 or newer are eligible for a $4,000 rebate per vehicle, up to $16,000 per customer. Rebates are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, including vehicle restrictions and requirements, see the Michigan Propane Gas Association <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="Vehicles converted to run on propane that are model year 2015 or newer are eligible for a $4,000 rebate per vehicle, up to $16,000 per customer. Rebates are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, including vehicle restrictions and requirements, see the Michigan Propane Gas Association’s Incentive Programs website.

Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - Consumers Energy

The Consumers Energy PowerMIDrive program offers rebates to residential and commercial customers who install Level 2 or direct current fast charging (DCFC) station. Residential customers are eligible for a $500 rebate to install a qualified Level 2 EV charging stations. Commercial customers installing qualified, publicly accessible EV charging stations are eligible for rebates up to $5,000 per Level 2 EV charging station and up to $70,000 per DCFC station installed. Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, see the PowerMIDrive website.

Electric Vehicle (EV) Time-Of-Use (TOU) Rate - Indiana Michigan Power

Indiana Michigan Power offers a TOU rate to residential customers who own a qualified EV.

For more information, see the Indiana Michigan Power Indiana Electric Rates website.

Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – Holland Board of Public Works (HBPW)

HBPW offers residential customers a $300 rebate for the purchase of a Level 2 EV charging station. The EV charging station must be ENEGY STAR certified, wi-fi compatible, and send monthly usage data to HBPW. Residential customers must also enroll in a time-of-use rate. For more information, including eligibility requirements, see the HBPW Residential Rebates website.