The US government will give everyone who buys an electric bicycle up to $ 1.5 thousand.
Electric bicycles are significantly more expensive than regular ones, in the US their price ranges from $ 1,000 to $ 8,000.
The US Congress has approved a bill that provides for buyers of electric bicycles to return 30% of their cost up to $ 1,500. All electric bicycles are eligible for the benefit, with the exception of bicycles with a motor more powerful than 750 W. This is reported by the Verge.
The money can be received either as a tax break or as a refundable tax credit.
As specified in the bill, the amount of compensation will depend on the income of citizens.
“Special conditions are provided for those who earn more than $75,000 per year or are the head of a family with a total income of more than $112,500 or for married couples who jointly earn more than $150,000. A gradual reduction in benefits is provided for them,” the publication specifies.
It is known that electric bicycles are significantly more expensive than regular ones. In the USA, their cost ranges from $1,000 to $8,000. However, many people choose them as an alternative to cars.
According to a recent study, if 15% of car trips are replaced by bicycles, carbon dioxide emissions will be reduced by 12%.
An electric bicycle is a bicycle with an electric drive that partially or completely provides its movement. It is also called a hybrid bicycle.
