Due to the current COVID-19 situation it will take longer than usual to process and deliver EV-HOV decals. We ask for patience during this time.

Drivers and manufacturers can apply for electric vehicles to have access to HOV lanes in B.C. regardless of the number of passengers in the car.

Eligible vehicle criteria:

Fuel Type must be one of the following: Battery electric Vehicle (BEV) Hydrogen fuel cell vehicle (HFCV) Plug-in hybrid electric Vehicle (PHEV) Extended-range electric vehicle (E-REV)

Highway capable

Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) certified

Covered/deemed covered by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certificate in accordance with the On-Road Vehicle and Engine Emission Regulations (ORVEER)

BC registered, OEM vehicle with gross vehicle weight < 6,000kg

Any types of post-production conversions are not eligible

Drivers

Owners of low emission vehicles can apply for a permit to drive in high occupancy vehicle lanes (HOV) on B.C. highways. You can also apply for a replacement if your decal was lost or damaged.

Manufacturers

Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) may have their vehicles listed as eligible to travel in high occupancy vehicle lanes (HOV) on B.C. highways if they meet certain conditions.