Accelerate your transition to electric vehicles: financial aid and financing solutions for electric truck charging stations
The transition to electric vehicle fleets is a major challenge for transport and logistics companies. In addition to the environmental benefits, this approach offers a number of economic advantages, such as lower fuel costs over the long term and access to new traffic areas in city centers. However, the initial investment can be an obstacle. Fortunately, there are a number of financial aids available to support companies in this process. This article presents the main grants available in France for the installation of recharging stations, to help you with your energy transition project.
1. AAP ADEME “ecosystems for heavy electric vehicles
The French Agency for Ecological Transition (ADEME) is proposing a Call for Projects (AAP) entitled ‘Ecosystèmes Véhicules Lourds Électriques’. This program aims to provide financial support for the acquisition of heavy electric vehicles and the installation of suitable recharging stations. Here are the key points:
- Subsidy for additional vehicle costs + charging stations: The AAP covers part of the additional costs associated with the purchase of heavy electric vehicles compared with their combustion counterparts, as well as the installation of charging stations.
- Renewal 2024: A new budget envelope of 130 million euros will be available in 2024, offering a significant opportunity for transport and logistics companies to modernize their fleet and charging infrastructure.
2. Advenir program
The Advenir program is a key initiative to encourage the deployment of charging stations in France. The program offers subsidies covering part of the cost of installing charging stations. The main benefits of this assistance are :
- Subsidy of up to 50% of total costs: Advenir can cover up to half the costs of installing charging stations, including material, installation and connection costs.
- Additional budget of €200 million: In response to growing demand, an additional budget of €200 million has been allocated, reinforcing support for companies in their transition to electromobility.
3. Weights & Dimensions Directive
The European directive on weights and dimensions of heavy vehicles includes incentives for zero-emission vehicles. This directive brings specific benefits for hauliers using electric trucks:
- 2 tonnes extra for zero-emission HGVs: At present, electric HGVs are allowed 2 tonnes more than the weight limit for internal combustion vehicles. This compensates for the extra weight of electric batteries.
- Proposal to increase to 4 tonnes under discussion: A proposal is currently under discussion to increase this tolerance to 4 tonnes, which would offer even greater flexibility and incentives to companies adopting zero-emission vehicles.
4. Other financing solutions: third-party investment and leasing by CHPY
Chargepoly's third-party investment offer
Our commitment:
- Finance all CAPEX and OPEX
- Guarantee a low and predictable recharge price
- Guarantee an availability rate >99% with 24/7 technical support
- Develop and operate the infrastructure on a turnkey basis
Chargepoly and BNP offer an all-in-one leasing package
The pillars of our offer:
- Partnership with BNP Paribas: one of the only qualified recharging offers on the market, following a company and product audit.
- Inclusion of 100% of CAPEX in the rent: equipment + civil / electrical engineering.
- Long lease term: 6 years, with option to purchase the IRVE at €1.
- Simplicity of management: CAPEX, digital platform and technical support services in a single rental package.
The subsidies available for electric recharging stations are crucial to support transport and logistics companies in their transition to electric fleets. The ADEME AAP, the Advenir program and the incentives provided by the Weights and Dimensions Directive offer significant financial and regulatory support. At Chargepoly, we specialize in fast charging solutions (up to 400 kW) and offer turnkey support to help companies maximize these opportunities.
