Cool Air Rebate Program
Date: April 1, 2025
Contact: Matt Notley
Email: [email protected]
Mobile: 916-671-6764
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Cool Air Rebate Program and Automotive Service Councils of California Partner to Save Drivers Money While Helping State Meet Climate Goals
Sacramento, CA – April 1, 2025– The Cool Air Rebate (CAR) Program announced today a new partnership with the Automotive Service Councils of California (ASCCA) to expand access to energy-efficient vehicle air conditioning rebates for eligible California drivers. This collaboration aims to support independent auto repair shops in providing cost-saving solutions while helping California meet its climate goals.
The Cool Air Rebate program is the first of its kind in the nation to offer financial assistance to eligible Californians to remove leaking R-134a refrigerant, commonly used in vehicles manufactured between 1993 and 2019. Leaking refrigerant is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions – it’s more than 1,400 times more harmful than carbon dioxide. By working with ASCCA, the CAR Program will extend its reach to a broader network of trusted, independent auto repair facilities committed to delivering high-quality service.
“We’re thrilled to partner with ASCCA to bring this valuable program to more California drivers,” said Nathan Perrine, Executive Director of the Car Care Council, the national organization leading the Cool Air Rebate Program. “Independent repair shops play a critical role in ensuring vehicle efficiency and sustainability. With ASCCA’s network, we can help more motorists access cost-effective solutions that benefit both their wallets and the environment.”
ASCCA, California’s leading association for independent automotive repair businesses, is dedicated to advancing the industry through education, advocacy, and professional development. This partnership aligns with ASCCA’s mission to equip auto shops with the resources needed to thrive in an evolving industry while offering customers innovative services.
“We are excited to work with the CAR Program to provide more savings and benefits to our members and their customers,” said Dave Kusa, ASCCA President. “This program not only helps drivers save money but also supports environmental responsibility – values that are at the core of ASCCA’s mission.”
As part of the partnership, ASCCA-affiliated shops will have exclusive opportunities to participate in the CAR Program, gaining access to rebate funding, marketing support, and technical training to help them integrate energy-efficient A/C services into their offerings.
About the Cool Air Rebate Program
The CAR Program pays up to 80% of air conditioning repairs and the eligible vehicle owner is responsible for the remaining balance paid directly to a participating repair shop. To be eligible for the program the vehicle owner must live in California, meet low-income requirements, and own a car manufactured between 1993 and 2019 or a car that has been retrofitted with R-134a refrigerant. Funding for the Cool Air Rebate Program comes from unclaimed deposits on cans of R134a sold in California, in coordination with the Car Care Council and the California Air Resources Board.
For more information on the Cool Air Rebate Program and how to participate, visit www.coolairrebate.org.
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