Arizona Alternative Fuel License Plate - Now Available For PIP

So this program is only for PHEVs? Do they have a similar program for BEVs?

 

Just another reason to GIVE the state coffers more money? Thank's but my ego isn't extended to my vehicle.

 

This is interesting. As far as I know, this makes AZ the second state other than CA to offer free HOV limited only to plug-ins. Sounds like AZ will have mix of hybrids/plug-ins in the HOV, whereas only plug-ins qualify for the new plates. Virginia's system is somewhat similar to AZ but VA has not limited HOV access to plug-ins, and generally VA seems to be moving to HOT3 lanes not allowing free single occupant access to anyone. Limiting HOV access to plug-ins works as a incentive for helping plug-in sales, assuming the free HOV access is important for reducing commute times in your state.

The AZ write-up seems to suggest Federal law as basis, but unclear to me if the Feds now require the HOV access limited to plug-ins (vs. Hybrids), or if that's a state policy.

 

FWIW, there are NO HOV lanes in AZ, except in/around Phoenix. There are no HOV lanes down here in Tucson, the state's 2nd largest city.

 

Even though I don't live near Phoenix I though I would apply for the plates given how inexpensive they are. But it seems you can't transfer your "personalization" to the HOV plates, or so I was told when I called to inquire. Does anyone know any different?

Richard

 

Tucson only has one freeway going through it (10 miles city proper?) that has the possibility of car pool lanes.

 

You may not.

How is giving them $12 considered more money? Barely covers the cost of stamping and shipping them.

 

Uh, maybe because of the name, VANITY PLATES, that they're known by?