Carb Regulations
With regulations designed to help meet the compliance standards of the California Air Resources Board (CARB), homeowners and landscapers are seeing a big change in the type of handheld outdoor power equipment they can purchase in California.
What Pros are Saying About STIHL
At STIHL, we recognize the challenge these regulations place on STIHL Dealers, landscapers, and other professionals, which is why we are committed to building CARB-compliant equipment to help companies and individuals meet the demands of the work at hand. Additionally, we are also focused on helping pros realize and maximize the benefits of STIHL battery tools, whether that is working earlier in the day, later in the evening, in noise-sensitive areas, or saving money on fuel and maintenance costs.
From durable battery tools built using the same proven components as their gas counterparts to batteries and charging solutions designed to provide pros with the run times needed to get the job done, STIHL continues to deliver with professional-grade battery equipment that is Built for Work.
Battery Purchase Programs
California Air District Programs
The following California Air District programs are also offering exchange and incentive programs for residents and professionals at participating dealers:
Homeowner Programs:
San Joaquin Valley Air District Residential: Clean Green Yard Machines
South Coast Air Management District Residential: Electric Lawn Mower Rebate Program
Professional Programs:
San Joaquin Valley Air District Commercial: Zero-Emission Landscaping Equipment (ZELE) Voucher Program
Landscape Equipment Electrification Fund (LEEF): Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (ourair.org)
South Coast Air Quality Management District: Commercial Electric Lawn & Garden Equipment
STIHL Pro Fleet Program
"The STIHL Pro Fleet Program has helped us in a big way. We are not just buying one or two batteries. We are actually buying a whole set of equipment at once. It has really helped our bottom line." -Armondo Vega, Owner of Enviroviews
Whether you are looking to try professional-grade battery-powered STIHL equipment before you buy it or you are interested in savings available from buying equipment in larger quantities, your Technical Service Specialist can assist you in discovering how our demo and Pro Fleet programs can help you gain a deeper knowledge of the products and save you up to 20%.
Equipment Bids
In addition to helpful demos, participating STIHL Dealers can submit a competitive bid to provide equipment for tax-exempt and non-profit organizations such as:
- City and state governments
- School districts
- Parks and recreation
- Charitable organizations
Contact your local authorized STIHL Dealer for more details.
Frequently Asked Questions
A: Most gas powered outdoor equipment manufactured after January 1, 2024, cannot be sold in California. To see a full list of gas products that can no longer be sold after January 1, 2024, click here. See dealer for additional details.
A: While retailers of gas-powered outdoor power equipment will have to become CARB compliant and discontinue the sale of most gas-powered equipment manufactured after January 1, 2024, users will still be able to use their equipment. However, it will be important to begin transitioning to battery-powered products to keep your business ahead of the curve.
A: The latest full text from the California Air Resources Board can be found here.
A: Visit your authorized local STIHL Dealer to explore our broad line of battery equipment. With a full line of certified products that meet emission and performance standards, our AP Professional System delivers powerful, pro-grade performance. Additionally, our 135 Series of battery tools are built with the same proven components as their gas counterparts, providing power and performance on par with those professional gas-powered tools.
A: Most gas-powered outdoor equipment manufactured after January 1, 2024 cannot be sold in California, but there is no ban on using older models. Also, certain equipment is not subject to the regulation. See link for more information on preempted equipment. For a list of STIHL gas-powered equipment you will still be able to use, contact your local STIHL Dealer.
A: Yes. Your local servicing STIHL Dealer will still be able to service your STIHL gas-powered equipment even after CARB regulations go into effect.
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