Italy has kicked off a new state-backed incentive aimed at boosting electric vehicle (EV) adoption. Under the scheme, private buyers can receive up to €11,000, while small businesses could get as much as €20,000 when purchasing eligible electric models.
Applicants must submit their requests before acquiring an EV and meet certain criteria. To qualify, individuals need to scrap an older Euro 5 or lower combustion engine vehicle that’s been registered in their name for at least six months. Full eligibility also requires residency in municipalities with at least 50,000 inhabitants or surrounding commuter areas.
For households, the ISEE economic indicator determines the exact subsidy: up to €11,000 for families under €30,000 ISEE, and up to €9,000 for those between €30,000–€40,000. Small businesses can get 30% of a new electric light commercial vehicle’s cost, capped at €20,000.
Funded with roughly €600 million, partially from Italy’s National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR), the program aims to replace around 39,000 internal combustion vehicles by mid-2026 and support investment in charging infrastructure. Authorities are still reviewing whether this national grant can be combined with regional incentives of €2,000.
