A significant boost. The ecological bonus will be increased from 6,000 to 7,000 euros for half of the poorest households that buy an electric car, Emmanuel Macron announced in a daily interview. the echoes to be released on Monday.
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These bonds have allowed the electricity market to take off in many countries, while still being much more expensive to buy than their gasoline or diesel equivalents. But several governments have already lowered the amounts of aid.
This bonus is valid for vehicles sold for less than 47,000 euros, whether they are compact electric vehicles or SUVs, such as the Renault Mégane or the Peugeot 2008, but not a Tesla.
Emmanuel Macron also calls for us to reinforce “European preference”, or the advantages of buying cars made in Europe. This year’s Paris Motor Show features a large number of Chinese manufacturers, who want to launch their electric models on the European market.
“I strongly defend a European preference in this aspect and strong support for the automotive sector. We must assume it and it must happen as quickly as possible, ”he added.
Car rental at 100 euros per month for the most modest households should be launched in the second half of 2023.
Source: BFM TV
