Low-income households to receive up to €6,000 for used electric cars
The Dutch government will offer subsidies of €4,000 or €6,000 to qualifying low-income buyers of second-hand electric vehicles, pending final approval of income limits.
The Netherlands is preparing a subsidy scheme aimed at low-income families who wish to switch to a second-hand electric car. State Secretary Annet Bertram said the program will provide either €6,000 or €4,000, depending on the applicant’s earnings, once the precise income thresholds are set. To qualify, purchasers must dispose of their current petrol or diesel vehicle for scrapping. The government has not disclosed when the scheme will open for applications, and the exact income limits remain under review. The initiative is part of a broader effort to offset rising energy costs and promote sustainable transport.
