If you want a federal tax credit for buying a new or used EV, or a commercial EV, the last day to “acquire” one is September 30th (one week from today). The IRS said “a vehicle is ‘acquired’ as of the date a written binding contract is entered into and a payment has been made. A payment includes a nominal downpayment or a vehicle trade-in.” So, even if delivery is after September 30th, the credit may still be claimed. Contrast this to many other that breaks that require property to be “placed in service” in order to qualify for tax breaks. #IdeaoftheDay