The Irish government is committed to creating a cleaner, more sustainable transport system by accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles. The Minister for Transport, Darragh O'Brien, has announced a range of new initiatives, including grants for electric motorcycles, an expanded program for taxi and limousine operators, and a pilot program to explore shared home charging options.
The Minister for Transport, Darragh O'Brien, is pushing for a cleaner and more sustainable transportation future in Ireland . A range of initiatives aimed at accelerating the shift to electric vehicles across the country have been announced. These include a new scheme for electric motorcycles, a renewal of the taxi, hackney, and limousine scheme, and a pilot program to explore shared home charging options.
'These grants are another step towards creating a cleaner, more sustainable transport system in Ireland, and complement existing supports for electric cars, commercial vans, and charging infrastructure,' Minister O'Brien stated. 'These initiatives reflect our Government’s commitment to a zero-emission future, providing individuals and businesses with the tools needed to help make the transition.' The L Category Grant Scheme for electric motorcycles is a targeted initiative offering financial assistance for the purchase of new electric motorcycles. Administered by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland and funded by the Department of Transport and Zero Emission Vehicles Ireland, the scheme offers grants ranging from €500 to €1,000 for various vehicle categories, including: €1,000 for L3e two-wheel motorcycles capable of exceeding 45km/h. The scheme also provides up to €20,000 for taxi, hackney, and limousine operators switching to electric vehicles, with up to €25,000 available for wheelchair-accessible models. Since its launch in 2018, the eSPSV scheme has assisted over 2,800 small public service vehicle operators in transitioning to EVs. To address the specific challenge of limited home-charging access, the Minister has introduced the Shared Charging Pilot Scheme. This pilot program will be implemented in urban, suburban, and rural areas. 'The Shared Charging Pilot Scheme will aim to make EV charging more accessible and affordable while easing demand on public infrastructure,' Minister O'Brien explained. This news follows research revealing that four in ten people now cite cost as the primary barrier to purchasing an EV. New research from GoCar found that a third of respondents would consider an EV if more government support measures were introduced
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