A grant scheme to support the transition of taxis, hackneys and limousines in Cavan to electric vehicles has been renewed.
That's according to Fine Gael Senator, Joe O'Reilly who says the grant offer period is now valid for up to nine months and will provide more flexibility to Small Public Service Vehicle licence holders with the purchase of electric vehicles.
Eligible applicants can receive up to €10,000 in grants for the purchase of a new, full battery eSPSV, with an additional €2,500 available for models that are wheelchair accessible. Since its launch in February 2018, the Electric SPSV Grant Scheme has supported over 1,400 SPSV owners in purchasing electric vehicles.
Senator O'Reilly added that the new measures will improve the sustainability of journeys provided and contribute to Ireland's national emission targets. "SPSV owners are eligible for double the normal grant when they scrap an older, more polluting, or high mileage vehicle and switch to electric.
"The grant can reach up to €20,000 for a new, fully electric SPSV, and €25,000 for a wheelchair-accessible electric vehicle. In addition to these grants, SPSV owners who switch to an EV can also avail of VRT relief (up to €5,000), the Domestic Charger Scheme (up to €600), and annual toll refunds (up to €1,000).
"These incentives, coupled with fuel savings and lower maintenance costs, make electric models an attractive option," he concluded.
