In 2026, companies in France need to speed up the electrification of their fleet. Several schemes, such as purchase incentives, can still reduce the cost of buying or leasing electric vehicles.
Purchase incentives for company electric vehicles: key points in 2026
- The ecological bonus has been removed for companies.
- CEE bonuses are now the main form of support in 2025-2026.
- Local or regional support can complement CEE bonuses.
- Tax advantages still apply to company EVs.
- Some schemes must be planned before buying or leasing.
Why do companies need to speed up fleet electrification?
Fleet electrification is driven above all by the regulations in force. In France, the LOM law requires companies to:
- include a quota of low-emission vehicles when renewing their fleet,
- install charging stations in company car parks,
- set up an Employer Mobility Plan (PDMe),
- comply with the traffic restrictions of low-emission zones (ZFE-m).
These obligations mainly concern companies with a fleet of more than 100 vehicles (GVW < 3.5 t), with specific requirements for renewing low-emission vehicles.
Article 26 A of the LOM law also sets quantified, dated targets. These are renewal quotas for low-emission vehicles (emitting less than 60 g/km of CO2):
→ 20% of renewals from 1 January 2024,
→ 40% of renewals from 1 January 2027,
→ 70% of renewals from 1 January 2030.
These quotas only apply to vehicles newly acquired or renewed each year, not to the entire existing fleet.
Towards stronger fleet greening from 2025?
On 13 February 2025, French MPs Gérard Leseul (Socialist Party) and Jean-Marie Fiévet (Horizons) tabled bill no. 965 to encourage the greening of company fleets. Some measures came into force on 1 March 2025, including:
- Exclusion of plug-in hybrids from the greening quotas: only 100% electric or hydrogen vehicles would now count towards the greening targets.
- Tougher financial penalties: companies and local authorities that fail to meet their greening obligations or to submit the required information could face fines of up to 1% of their turnover excluding tax.
- Exclusion from public contracts: non-compliant entities could be excluded from public procurement and concession contracts.
Purchase incentives: which schemes are still in force in 2026?
The ecological bonus removed for companies
Since 2 December 2024, the ecological bonus has been completely removed for all legal entities, for both passenger cars and light commercial vehicles (LCVs), in accordance with decree no. 2024-1084 of 29 November 2024.
The main support scheme: energy savings certificates (CEE)
Since 1 January 2025, backed by the order of 30 December 2024, the energy savings certificates (CEE) scheme has been revised to offer major support for electrifying professional fleets. It now covers the purchase, long-term leasing and retrofitting of light vehicles (M1), commercial vehicles (N1), as well as heavy goods vehicles and buses.
Additional support for buying a company electric car
In addition to CEE bonuses, some companies may be eligible for local or regional support, with terms that vary by area.
These subsidies depend on regional policy and may include reductions in the purchase price, support for installing charging stations or financial support for SMEs. It is therefore best to find out in advance what local support is available in order to optimise the project's financing.
Schemes to plan before buying or leasing
Before buying or leasing an electric vehicle, it is essential to plan certain steps to secure access to the available support and optimise the overall cost of the project.
CEE bonuses and some schemes require the project to be declared in advance, before signing the purchase order or lease.
Electrifying a fleet often means planning the related charging solutions, such as installing charging stations on site, home charging at employees' homes or access to public charging on the road. These elements can determine the success of the project and open up access to other support, particularly for infrastructure.
Finally, the LOM law imposes several obligations on companies regarding fleet greening and charging, particularly in company car parks.
CEE bonuses: how do they work for companies?
In 2026, CEE bonuses are the main direct financial support mechanism for companies buying or leasing electric vehicles. Unlike direct subsidies, this scheme is based on bonuses paid by energy suppliers as part of energy transition projects.
What amounts are granted?
The amounts vary depending on the type of vehicle and the size of the company. For example:
- Up to €4,450 for a new light electric commercial vehicle,
- Up to €525 for an electric passenger car.
These bonuses are paid by partner energy suppliers (known as "obligated parties") and can be deducted directly from the purchase or lease price, simplifying the administrative process for professionals.
What are the conditions for receiving a CEE bonus?
To be eligible, the project must generally:
- be part of an approach to reduce energy consumption,
- meet the criteria defined by the CEE scheme,
- be declared before the purchase or the signing of the lease,
- and be set up in compliance with the administrative requirements.
The conditions of access may vary depending on the offers and periods. It is therefore important for companies to plan these steps so as not to lose the potential benefit of the bonus.
💡 CEE bonuses can be combined with certain regional or tax support until 31 December 2026, making them an essential lever for optimising the cost of a fleet's energy transition.
There are also other specific benefits for companies, such as benefits in kind for 100% electric company cars, mileage allowances, and more.
Tax support: what tax advantages for buying a company electric vehicle?
Beyond purely financial support, France also offers some tax advantages for companies with electrified vehicles in their fleet.
The main tax levers include:
- exemptions from or reductions in taxes applicable to electric vehicles,
- more favourable depreciation rules,
- and indirect savings linked to the use and operation of the vehicle.
These tax advantages are part of a medium- and long-term approach and complement the support available at the time of purchase or leasing.
To find out more about these mechanisms, see our dedicated article on the tax benefits of electric company cars.
Conclusion
In 2026, despite the end of some direct support, companies can still benefit from effective levers such as CEE bonuses, tax advantages and local support to help electrify their fleet.
Anticipating these schemes and the regulatory obligations remains essential to optimise the cost and success of the project.
💡 To go further, discover our complete guide to electric company cars and make your transition a complete success!
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