Emphasising the need for planning certainty, the ACL is urging authorities to promptly announce details of a bonus system post-June 2024.
While there is an uptick in sales, it is not happening as rapidly as expected, notes Frank Maas from the ACL. However, he clarifies that this is not indicative of a downturn. What is causing the slower-than-anticipated adoption?
According to the ACL, several uncertainties among consumers are contributing factors. Maas highlights concerns about rapidly evolving technologies and potential depreciation of electric vehicles. Additionally, the relatively high upfront costs, despite government incentives, pose a barrier to widespread adoption.
The ACL underscores the urgency of introducing a new bonus scheme. In response to the House of Automobile’s proposal to offer incentives for used electric cars, the ACL agrees that this measure should be considered, but highlights a number of unanswered questions regarding its implementation.
Maas points out that if the state offers bonuses for both new and used electric cars, careful allocation of incentives is necessary. He stresses the importance of establishing a clear and transparent framework to facilitate understanding and compliance for all stakeholders.
The feasibility of meeting the European deadline of 2035 for the ban on combustion engines remains uncertain, Maas notes, adding that the timeline might have been overly ambitious.
Regarding Luxembourg’s targets for 2030, the ACL suggests the possibility of redefining them if it becomes evident that they cannot be achieved.
To address concerns and inform the public about electromobility, the ACL is organising conferences. Maas adds that in the context of the roadside assistance it provides, the ACL has so far not noticed that electric cars would be anymore susceptible to major issues than combustion engine vehicles.
