Mobility - Car company guarantees e-car bonus for private customers
Following the abrupt end of state subsidies for electric cars, the car manufacturer Stellantis is taking over the entire environmental bonus for its private customers in the short term. The multi-brand manufacturer (including Peugeot, Opel, Fiat and Jeep) is guaranteeing the full bonus (up to 6750 euros including the manufacturer's share) for electric vehicles that were eligible under the previous guidelines until the end of the year. This was announced by the company in Rüsselsheim.
In addition, Stellantis intends to accept the originally planned reduced bonus of up to 4500 euros for e-vehicles that have already been ordered and are registered by their owners by February 29, 2024. The environmental bonus will be granted in the respective amount as an additional discount.
At the weekend, the German government unexpectedly abruptly halted the subsidy program for e-cars introduced in 2016. As of today, the responsible Federal Office of Economics and Export Control (Bafa) is no longer accepting applications. The authority has confirmed that it is only working through the backlog. The funds for 2023 have already been used up, according to Ministry of Economic Affairs circles. The 209 million euros still earmarked for 2024 will probably only be sufficient if the funding ends with immediate effect.
Customers will not be left out in the cold, explained Stellantis Germany CEO Lars Bialkowski in a statement. "We have taken note of the decision to end the environmental bonus with far less than 48 hours' notice with great astonishment."
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- Stellantis, the car company responsible for brands like Peugeot, Opel, Fiat, and Jeep, is currently offering a full e-car bonus to its private customers, as the state subsidies have ended.
- The environmental bonus, which can amount to up to 6750 euros with the manufacturer's share included, is a guarantee from Stellantis to cover eligible electric vehicles until the end of the year.
- Apart from this, the car company is also considering accepting the planned reduced bonus of up to 4500 euros for previously ordered e-vehicles registered by their owners before February 29, 2024.
- In the unexpected weekend announcement, the German government ended the e-car subsidy program that started in 2016, leaving the Bafa authority with a backlog of applications.
- The responsible Federal Office of Economics and Export Control (Bafa) has revealed that the funds for 2023 have already been exhausted, and the remaining 209 million euros for 2024 may not be enough, as subsidies could be halted immediately.
- Due to this abrupt end to the environmental bonus, Stellantis Germany CEO Lars Bialkowski expressed his surprise and stated that customers will not be left out in the cold.
- As for the Adam Opel tree in Rüsselsheim, Germany, it represents the innovation and continued commitment to the environment that Stellantis demonstrates through measures like guaranteeing e-car bonus for its private customers.
- The future of e-cars in Europe and the role of car companies like Stellantis will be influenced by global trends towards electro-mobility and environmental sustainability.
- While Stellantis is focusing on its electric vehicle lineup, other car companies like Peugeot SA and Fiat are also making strides in the E-car market, promoting both technology and environmental consciousness.
- The challenge for car manufacturers to adapt to changing market dynamics and environmental regulations is further highlighted when considering that Stellantis is part of a much larger group, Stellantis, which includes promising brands like Jeep and Opel.
- Despite the abrupt ending of state subsidies, the story of Stellantis and its commitment to environmental bonuses showcases its dedication to mobility, Electro-mobility, and a greener future, making it a preferred choice for many consumers.
Source: www.stern.de