Electric Vehicle Grants for Taxi’s
re you a taxi driver?
If you’re interested in making the switch to an electric vehicle there is a grant available to help with the costs.
You can get a grant of up to €20,000 or €25,000 for wheelchair-accessible electric vehicles.
Electric vehicle grants
You may be able to get a grant from the Sustainable Energy Authority Ireland (SEAI) if you buy a battery-powered electric vehicle (BEV) that meets specific standards.
Since 1 July 2023, you can get a grant of up to €3,500 for battery-powered electric vehicles (BEV). (Previously, the grant was €5,000).
The grant for BEVs only applies to new cars with a full price of between €14,000 and €60,000.
Your car dealer will apply for the grant for you, and then deduct the grant amount from the total price of your car.
The grant of €2,500 for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) has been removed.
Electric vehicle grants for taxis, hackneys, and limousines (SPSV)
If you drive a small public service vehicle (SPSV), you may get a grant from the National Transport Authority (NTA). Grants of up to €20,000 or €25,000 for wheelchair accessible EV’s are available. The amount of the grant you get depends on the car’s age, specifications, and mileage.
The application closing date is 13 December 2024 or earlier if notified by the NTA or if no more funding is available. You can find out more information on the National Transport Authority website.
Reduced toll fares for electric vehicles
Reduced toll fares for electric vehicles ended on 31 December 2023.
Electric vehicle home charging grants
Home Charger Grant Scheme
Since 1 January 2024, you can also apply for the Home Charger Grant Scheme, for up to €300 towards the installation costs of a home charger. (Previously, the grant was €600).
EV Apartment Charging Grant
The EV Apartment Charging Grant is for dwellings which do not have access to a driveway such as apartments, duplexes as well as mixed developments.
Electric Vehicle Public Charge Point Grant
There is an Electric Vehicle Public Charge Point Grant to support the roll-out of charge points on public streets, or in public car parks, which provide overnight parking for local residents. You can contact your local authority for more information.
Charging an electric vehicle away from home
External charge points throughout the country are available through the ESB ecars network. There are several private charge point operators with sites in Ireland.
Motor tax
The annual motor tax rate for an electric vehicle is €120 per year for a Battery Electric Vehicle. Electric vehicles are the lowest tax band for motor tax.
