In order to be eligible to receive a grant under this chapter, a zero-emission vehicle shall meet all of the following criteria:
- (a) Be purchased on or leased on or after October 1, 2000, and on or before December 31, 2002. For purposes of this subdivision, a vehicle shall be deemed to be leased on the date upon which the lease of the vehicle commences.
- (b) Be registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles for use in this state.
- (c) Meet all applicable federal and state safety standards, or, if the vehicle is to be utilized solely for a demonstration program, have received the applicable waivers from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
- (d) Be capable of operation on a freeway, as determined by the state board in conjunction with the State Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission.
- (e) Any other criteria established by the state board.