Uber has rolled out its electric vehicle incentive program to drivers across the United States, following tests in select cities last year. The program offers a $4,000 grant to eligible drivers switching to new or used EVs. Additional discounts are available through partners like TrueCar and Kia.
Uber announced the nationwide expansion of its EV incentive program on April 2. Previously limited to certain cities, the initiative now covers all US drivers who qualify. The company aims to encourage more drivers to adopt electric vehicles amid rising operational costs and environmental goals. Uber reports over 286,000 EVs already active on its platform globally, with drivers adopting them faster than average car owners in the US, Canada, and Europe. Drivers must be Platinum or Diamond tier and complete 100 eligible rides by December 31 to apply for the $4,000 grant starting April 16 via the platform's website. Additional perks include a $1,000 discount on EVs purchased through TrueCar. Kia is offering $1,000 off the Niro or EV6 and $1,500 off the EV9 SUV for Uber drivers. The program comes after President Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' eliminated the federal EV tax credit, which previously provided up to $4,000 for used EVs. Full-time Uber drivers earn an average of $42,000 annually, making vehicle purchases a significant investment—for instance, a Kia EV9 starts at $55,000 but drops to $49,500 with the grant and Kia discount.
