Europe

Major EV Policy Changes In 2023

Europe

Major EV Policy Changes In 2023

European nations revise EV incentives and ICE phase out policies European Commission:

Approves extension of the current rules of origin for electric vehicles and batteries under the Trade and Cooperation Agreement with the UK until 31st December 2026. Also confirms that it will be it legally impossible for the Council to extend this period.

A guide to the tax benefits and purchase incentives available for EVs for the EU member states in 2023. France:

Introduces ‘Bonus Écologique’ which will favor vehicles produced in France and Europe over models made in China. The subsidy is dependent on the vehicle production and transportation CO2 emissions Launches EUR100 per month EV leasing scheme.

Germany:

Reaches agreement with EU commission to amend 2035 internal combustion engine ban to allow sale and registration of ICE vehicles after 2035, as long as they are powered with ‘carbon neutral’ e-fuels.

United Kingdom:

Revised plans around the phase out of ICE vehicle sales. The new rules state that in 2030 80% of all new car sales and 70% of all new van sales must be zero emission (at the tailpipe). In 2035 100% of these sales must be zero emission. Source: RoO extension; ACEA incentives list; Rho Motion - France updates; SAE - German agreement with EU; UK Gov - ICE sales

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