there may be an easier way. go to the
deductions and credits tab
scroll down to the link for energy-efficient vehicles
check yes to bought a plug-in
the next screen check the box for type
then next screen check yes to transferred the credit to the dealer and the amount
continue through the following screens providing any needed info
finally you'll come to a screen where you enter vehicle info including its VIN
you're done. based on your agi for 2023 and 2024 any disallowed credit will go on schedule 2
I did this in step mode in desktop. since I don't use online I hope this works. for those that use this version.
this is from 8936 instructions
Transfer of new clean vehicle credit. For vehicles
placed in service after 2023, you may be able to transfer
the credit amount to the dealer at the time of sale and
receive an immediate financial benefit in place of a tax
credit claimed on your tax return. If you elect to transfer
the credit, you must file Form 8936 and Schedule A (Form
8936) with your return for the tax year in which the vehicle
was placed in service. For details, go to IRS.gov/
CleanVehicles.
