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In July 2025, Skoda claimed a historic 1–2 finish in the European EV market, with the new Elroq topping sales. Tesla still leads year-to-date, but competition from VW Group and Renault is intensifying.

EAFO has updated its portal with the latest available data as of 17 September 2025, supporting users with up-to-date insights on the transition to cleaner transport across the EU and beyond.

The declaration, initiated by 9 Member States, sets out commitments to enhance cooperation and tackle key challenges of truck recharging along two European transport corridors. 

By the end of July 2025, Poland’s battery-electric vehicle fleet has surpassed 100,000 units, underpinned by a 65 % year-on-year growth and a fast-growing public charging network of over 10,700 points. Plug-in hybrids and zero-emission buses also show marked expansion.

In August 2025, Italy unveiled a €600 million EV incentive scheme, offering up to €11,000 for low-income households and €20,000 for micro-enterprises, aiming to deliver 39,000 EVs by mid-2026, part of post-pandemic recovery funds. Market uptake remains uncertain amid declining BEV market share.

On 8 August 2025, Croatia’s Environmental Protection and Energy Efficiency Fund announced a €21.2 million program to co-finance new electric and hydrogen vehicles for businesses and tradespeople, with support covering up to €9,000 per vehicle.

EAFO has updated its portal with the latest available data as of 15 August 2025, supporting users with up-to-date insights on the transition to cleaner transport across the EU and beyond.

New public call (JP SUB‑EV25‑1) launched on 8 August 2025 mobilizes €4 million in non‑repayable incentives for legal entities—supporting purchase of new or used zero‑emission EVs across various vehicle categories. Applications open starting 7 October 2025.

The recording of the 26 June 2025 webinar on AFIR implementation is now available. The session presents new guidance for public authorities developed under the Sustainable Transport Forum to support the rollout of EV infrastructure across Europe.

The European market for battery electric vehicles (BEVs) achieved a robust 34% year-on-year growth in the first half of 2025, with Volkswagen Group securing the top position across the region’s rapidly expanding market.

EAFO has updated its portal with the latest available data as of 15 July 2025, supporting users with up-to-date insights on the transition to cleaner transport across the EU and beyond.

Denmark has significantly increased its support for electric trucks by topping up its national fund to DKK 425 million and easing application conditions. The move aims to meet surging demand and accelerate zero-emission freight transition.