NJ · 2026
EV registration surcharge in New Jersey
EVFeeMap provides informational state-by-state summaries of EV registration surcharges for New Jersey. Fees change frequently — verify with your state’s DOT or DMV before renewal. EVFeeMap is not affiliated with any state agency and this is not legal or tax advice.
Plug-in hybrid treatment
Plug-in hybrids are not charged in New Jersey — the surcharge applies only to full battery-electric (and, in some states, hydrogen) vehicles.
2026–2027 changes
The zero-emission-vehicle fee rises $10 each year: $280 in 2027, $290 in 2028.
Where to verify + pay
Zero-emission-vehicle-only fee, effective July 1, 2024 ($250), rising $10 per year ($260 in 2025, $270 in 2026). PHEVs are excluded. New registrations must prepay four years up front (about $1,060).
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All statesWhere this New Jersey figure comes from
The figure is cited to New Jersey’s DMV/DOT, Department of Revenue, or legislature source (statute reference: N.J.S.A. 39:3-8.5 (P.L.2024, S2931)), linked below so you can confirm it yourself. EV fees change frequently; always verify with the state before renewal.
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We are recruiting a transportation/automotive journalist, state DOT contact, or EV-advocacy verifier to review this reference. Until then, every figure here is cited directly to a state DMV/DOT or legislature source you can check yourself.