Carzone is calling on the Government to extend existing incentives for electric vehicles (EVs) in the upcoming Budget. The measures are vital to keep EVs affordable for everyday motorists and to sustain momentum in the market.
The call echoes the announcement from the Society of the Irish Motor Industry, urging the government to extend existing EV incentives such as the SEAI Grant, Vehicle Registration Tax (VRT) relief, and Benefit-In-Kind (BIK).
Our latest data from August 2025 shows that interest in EVs is overtaking other fuel types. Electric vehicles now generate the highest number of on-site leads by fuel type, up almost 30% year-on-year, while searches for petrol and diesel models have fallen. Our search data indicates that the Kia EV6 and EV9, Volkswagen ID.4, Tesla Model 3, BYD Sealion 7 and Skoda Enyaq are the models generating the most interest amongst Irish motorists.
Data from Cartell.ie reveals that there are 103,320 fully electric cars on Irish roads at present. Critically, EV demand is no longer confined to the premium end of the market. Models such as the Dacia Spring and Hyundai Inster are now available below €20,000, making electric driving a realistic option for more households.
Martin O’Neill of Carzone said: “Our data clearly shows that Irish motorists are ready to make the switch. Continued incentives will ensure that EVs remain attainable at all price points, while giving buyers the confidence to invest in new technology.”
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