The $7,500 federal EV tax credit could return in 2026, and used EVs might get an $8,000 version under new legislation. That's the headline from my latest stream recapping the best Tesla deals 2026.
What stood out this year
Looking back, the standout offers included Model 3 leases at $299/month with a year of free Supercharging, 0% Model Y financing deals that felt like free money, and a $59,000 Cybertruck deal that many missed. Those Tesla lease deals 2026 early in the year were insane when gas prices were climbing.
I wrote earlier that none of these would return, but inventory swings could bring Model Y financing deals back later. Check my full breakdown in this post on what won't return.
The tax credit angle
Democrats just introduced a bill to restore the EV tax credit 2026 and double the used EV incentive to $8,000. For a typical used Tesla priced $20k–$30k, that's real money. It won't happen overnight, and timing matters if you're waiting for a refresh.
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FSD rental Tesla and other options
Turo now lets owners offer FSD rental Tesla vehicles with unlimited Supercharging in select cities. At around $60/day it beats traditional rentals for road trips, especially with full self-driving included.
What it means for owners
If you don't need a car right now, waiting into 2027 could pay off as rates and inventory shift. If you do need one, lock in a referral before delivery for the FSD bonus. Selling your current EV? Plug Motors — get an instant offer to sell your Tesla or EV has been beating other offers by thousands.
Bottom line
The best Tesla deals 2026 were wild, but the real opportunity might still be ahead with the EV tax credit 2026. Stay flexible and keep an eye on inventory. More details on the deals that already happened are in this recap post.
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