Electric Vehicle Fleet Growth

• As of July 2025, there are 103,503 registered BEVs (battery-electric passenger and commercial vehicles) in Poland—a milestone achievement reflecting a robust upward trend.
• This figure represents a 65 % increase over the same period in 2024, with 23,243 BEVs added during the first seven months of the year.
• Breaking down the total, there are roughly 94,017 electric passenger cars, alongside 9,630 electric vans and trucks.

Broader Zero-Emission Vehicle Landscape

• The total count of zero-emission vehicles in Poland now exceeds 186,590 when including BEVs, plug-in hybrids, and heavier categories.
• The plug-in hybrid (PHEV) fleet stands at 92,573 vehicles, while electric motorcycles and mopeds number 26,236.
• The country also operates 1,613 zero-emission buses, mostly battery-electric (with a smaller segment powered by hydrogen).

Accelerated Charging Infrastructure

• Poland now boasts 10,730 publicly accessible charging points, a significant expansion in support of EV adoption.
• Of these, 34 % are fast DC chargers, reflecting a recent increase in the share of high-speed charging, with ultra-fast 150 kW+ stations available at nearly 350 locations.

Registered Sales Trends & Market Share

• June 2025 alone set a new record: 3,779 BEVs registered in a single month—up 79 % year-on-year, achieving a market share of 7.6 %.
• In the first half of 2025, BEV registrations rose approximately 61 % year-on-year to 14,256 units, representing around a 5 % share of the total vehicle market.
• Overall, new passenger car registrations for H1 2025 reached 285,311 units, a modest 3 % growth compared to the same period in 2024.

Market Dynamics & Brand Trends

• Chinese EV manufacturers are gaining substantial traction in Poland, with sales of over 16,500 passenger vehicles in the first two quarters—more than four times the volume recorded in 2024.
• Notably, brands such as BYD experienced explosive growth—from just 21 registrations in the first half of 2024 to 614 units in the same period in 2025.
• Top-selling BEV models include the Tesla Model Y and Model 3, followed by the Citroën ë-C3, Dacia Spring, and Kia EV6.

Segment Disparities & Policy Perspectives

• Passenger EV uptake thrives largely due to the "NaszEauto" incentive programme, whereas the commercial zero-emission van segment (N1) faces stagnation following the discontinuation of the "Mój Elektryk" scheme.
• Stakeholders urge policymakers to revise Poland’s National Recovery Plan (KPO) to include support for eLCVs, to avoid bottlenecks in transport electrification.

EU Comparisons & Policy Context

• Across Europe, BEV registrations increased by 25 % in H1 2025, with Poland significantly outperforming this trend in relative terms.
• The national EV growth trajectory is well-aligned with EU climate objectives, particularly under the upcoming 2035 ICE phase-out.
• Poland’s fast-charging infrastructure development, especially in DC high-power stations, stands out compared to many EU peers.

Relevance for EAFO Stakeholders

• Fleet expansion: Poland’s BEV fleet surpassing 100,000 illustrates robust adoption, offering a compelling case for demand-side policy evaluation.
• Infrastructure scaling: The balanced growth of charging infrastructure—including ultra-fast DC—is a success story in enabling sustainable mobility.
• Policy gaps: The disparity between passenger and commercial segments highlights the need for targeted incentives across all transport categories.
• Market dynamics: Significant market share gains by Chinese EV brands points to evolving competitive landscapes, with implications for domestic industrial strategy.
• EU alignment: Poland demonstrates how national actions—when aligned with EU funding instruments—can deliver tangible electrification outcomes.

Source: PZPM

Views and opinions expressed are those of the author(s) and do not reflect those of the European Commission.