EU-manufactured electric vehicles receive additional €1,000 subsidy, as declared by France
The French government has launched a new initiative to promote the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and support EU-based manufacturing. The social EV leasing program, which began accepting applications from September 30, 2025, aims to provide at least 50,000 vehicles for low-income households.
The new bonus, scheduled to begin on October 1, 20XX, is part of an effort to electrify France's vehicle fleet and strengthen Europe's car and battery industry. It is intended to complement the existing Bonus écologique, providing up to €4,200 for the purchase of an EV.
For higher-income households, the total bonus could reach up to €2,200 for qualifying vehicles, while lower-income households could benefit from a maximum bonus of €5,200. Eligibility for the bonus requires the EVs to be assembled in Europe and to have a European-origin battery.
The list of eligible models will be published on the Ademe's website, the Agency for Ecological Transition, and updated monthly. This initiative aligns with the broader EU goals as it echoes Mario Draghi's 2024 report on competitiveness, which called for 'Made in the EU' criteria.
The French government has allocated a €370 million budget for the social EV leasing program. Agnès Pannier-Runacher, the Minister for Ecological Transition, stated that the additional bonus is a win-win for purchasing power, the climate, and industry.
However, the continuation of the additional bonus of 1,000 Euros for purchasing EVs 'Made in the EU' may be uncertain due to the instability following Premier Minister François Bayrou's resignation. This could create some doubt among consumers and advocates of electric vehicles in France.
The new bonus for EVs is designed to boost EV registrations, which declined 4.3% from January to July. The French government hopes that this initiative will help reverse this trend and contribute to lower greenhouse gas emissions.
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