Germany Unveils New EV Incentive Plan - CleanTechnica

Germany has introduced a new electric vehicle (EV) incentive program following a sharp decline in EV sales after the abrupt cancellation of previous incentives in December 2023. The new plan, initially scheduled for announcement in January 2026 but delayed due to unresolved details, particularly around plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) and extended range EVs (EREVs), sets specific eligibility criteria. PHEVs and EREVs qualify for incentives only if they emit no more than 60 grams of CO2 per kilometer and have an electric range of at least 80 kilometers. This eligibility applies to new registrations from January 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, after which the government will reassess funding based on real-world emissions to encourage greater electric operation and reduce reliance on gasoline engines. The incentive structure differs from point-of-sale discounts seen in programs like the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act. Instead, it incorporates income limits and additional bonuses based on household income and the number of