Several countries have announced or updated electric vehicle (EV) incentive programs for 2026, with a significant trend toward income-based eligibility and socially-focused support. At present count all 27 European Union member states offer incentives (tax benefits, subsidies).
PLUGGED IN RIDE collates information regarding Global EV programs for your ease-of-access. However, as the EV world develops, the information available is constantly changing. We urge you to consult with the jurisdiction in question for updates.
The following is an abridged list of the 2026 EV Incentive Programs; PLUGGED IN RIDE (PIR) will update this list, but as they change almost daily, please confirm with your local jurisdiction.
Top EV incentive programs
| Country | Status | Key Details |
| South Korea | New Launch | For 2026, South Korea is boosting electric vehicle (EV) subsidies by over 30% to 936 billion won ($658 million) to stimulate demand, offering up to 7.54 million won ($4,350) for passenger cars and a 1 million won trade-in bonus for scrapping old combustion vehicles. Subsidies favor cars priced below 53 million won ($36,700) and emphasize longer-range, faster-charging models. |
| United States | Stable | Federal incentives include up to for new EVs and for used EVs. |
Major 2026 EV incentive programs
| Country | Status | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | New Launch | The Electric Vehicle Affordability Program (EVAP) launches February 16, 2026. It offers up to $5,000 for new or leased battery-electric (BEV) and fuel-cell vehicles, and up to $2,500 for plug-in hybrids (PHEV). |
| Germany | Reintroduced | A new model starts January 1, 2026, with applications opening in May. It features a €3,000 base subsidy and a “social bonus” for low-to-middle-income households, plus €500 per child (up to €1,000). |
| United Kingdom | Expanded | The Electric Car Grant continues with a significant budget increase planned for 2026. It offers up to £3,750 for eligible EVs priced under £37,000. |
| France | Stable | The bonus écologique remains active in 2026. Incentives are based on income, providing up to €5,700 for low-income households and €4,700 for middle-income earners. |
| Sweden | New Proposal | A new subsidy of approximately SEK 54,000 (~€4,938) is expected to begin in January 2026, specifically targeting low-income families in rural areas. |
Honourable mentions
| Country | Status | Key Details |
| Greece | Stable | Continue to offer some of Europe’s most generous subsidies, reaching up to €9,000 for individuals. |
| Poland | Stable | Continue to offer some of Europe’s most generous subsidies, reaching up to €9,000 for individuals. |
| Norway | New Proposal | Remains a leader with VAT exemptions and reduced road tolls, though it is gradually rolling back perks for luxury models. |
| Spain | New Proposal | Offers a 75% road tax reduction in major cities and a 30% reduction for company car benefit-in-kind taxes for BEVs under €40,000. |
| Indonesia | New Proposal | Has confirmed it will not extend certain EV import incentives into 2026. |