In this article, we explain to you how government subsidies for electric cars make the step toward zero-emission driving more attractive and financially tangible than ever before.
Restart of funding: Starting January 1, 2026, the state purchase subsidy for electric cars will be reintroduced. It will apply retroactively to vehicles newly registered since the beginning of 2026. Applications are expected to be available starting in May 2026 – specifically, retroactively back to the registration date (from January 2026 onward).
The funding can exclusively be applied for by private individuals and depends on the taxable annual income of the respective household in which the applicant lives.
It applies to electric cars newly registered from January 1, 2026, as well as to plug-in hybrids and vehicles with a range extender that have an electric range of at least 80 kilometers or CO2 emissions of at most 60 grams per kilometer.
The amount of funding varies depending on income and marital status.
When purchasing a purely battery-electric vehicle:
Upon purchasing an eligible plug-in hybrid (PHEV) or electric vehicle with a range extender (REEV):
In addition to the bonus, electric cars will also remain exempt from motor vehicle tax. Electric vehicles that are first registered by the end of 2030 will remain tax-exempt for a maximum of 10 years (at the latest until December 31, 2035).
Even with company cars, users benefit from the 2026 electric car subsidy in the form of tax advantages. Anyone who also uses an electric car or plug-in hybrid vehicle for private purposes must pay tax on the so-called imputed income (benefit in kind) – however, significantly reduced tax rates apply to electric drives.
For purely electric company cars as well as fuel cell vehicles, only 0.25 percent of the gross list price per month is used as the tax assessment basis for private use. Plug-in hybrids are taxed at 0.5 percent.
An important advantage: The gross list price limit was raised from 70,000 to 100,000 euros. This regulation applies to electric cars and fuel cell vehicles purchased after June 30, 2025. This makes higher-priced electric cars fiscally attractive as company cars as well.
ConclusionElectric company cars will remain particularly attractive in 2026 – thanks to low taxation of the monetary advantage and a significantly increased price cap.
In addition to the 2026 electric vehicle subsidy, companies benefit from a so-called accelerated depreciation for electric and fuel cell company cars. This special regulation applies to vehicles newly purchased up to and including December 31, 2027.
The tax advantage lies primarily in the first year:
ImportantThe accelerated depreciation applies only to newly acquired vehicles – this also includes used cars that a company purchases or leases for the first time. The goal is to provide financial relief to companies immediately after acquisition.
Thanks to the subsidy, many buyers can offset the higher purchase costs of an electric car—and it is especially worthwhile for models in the mid-price segment or for families with multiple children.
Tip: Before the application is submitted, it should be ensured that the purchase or lease agreement has been correctly concluded and all requirements are met. The subsidy is applied for only after the vehicle has been registered, so the timing is crucial.
A new electric car brings many advantages – but without a suitable charging solution at home or in the workplace, everyday life can quickly become impractical.
Why charging infrastructure is so important:
Charging plays a major role, especially when it comes to subsidy programs: while the purchase bonus only applies to the vehicle itself, long-term driving pleasure depends significantly on the charging system.
With NRGkick you get an intelligent, portable and powerful charging solution that perfectly matches your new electric car – whether at home, on the go or at work.
Advantages of NRGkick:
This means you not only benefit from government subsidies for your electric car, but also from a convenient and reliable charging infrastructure that makes your everyday life easier.
The 2026 EV subsidy makes switching to an electric vehicle more attractive than ever: With up to €6,000 in grants, tax benefits, and a socially graduated subsidy, the government is significantly lowering financial barriers.
However, an electric car alone is not enough – only with the right charging infrastructure does electromobility become suitable for everyday use. NRGkick offers you precisely this solution: flexible, smart, and perfectly tailored to your new electric car. This means you are ideally equipped for the mobility of today and tomorrow.
Make charging your subsidized electric car as easy and efficient as possible - find the NRGkick solution that suits you.
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