2025 was a complicated year for the EV industry. EV sales fell sharply in Q4, and for those in the charging business, the headlines may have felt unsettling. But vehicle sales and the charging business are telling two very different stories. The US added 17% more charging ports, and utilization continues to climb. Electrek reported 141 million charging sessions in 2025, a 30% increase over the previous year. There are more EVs on the road than ever, and drivers are using public charging stations more frequently. Rebates still play a crucial role in building up the EV charging infrastructure in North America, and they’re as strong as ever. We break down the five biggest EV charger rebate trends shaping 2026:

• Rebates Remain Strong With Record Coverage
• A Moving Target: Programs Change at Record Pace
• Technical Requirements and Approved Lists Still Prove to Be a Headache
• Federal 30C Tax Credit Deadline Approaches
• NEVI Programs Are Moving Forward, but Risks Remain

• Category: Education Resources
• Tag: BriteSwitch, EV chargers, rebates, tax credits