At the end of July 2024, there were 122,299 electric passenger cars on Polish roads. This marks a significant increase in the adoption of electric vehicles in the country. The total fleet of electric passenger cars consisted of 63,540 battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and 58,759 plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). Additionally, there were 7,070 electric delivery vans and trucks in operation. The number of electric mopeds and motorcycles also saw a steady rise, reaching 21,840 units by the end of July. Furthermore, the number of hybrid passenger and delivery vehicles increased to 839,513. In recent weeks, the number of zero-emission buses in Poland rose to 1,373, with 1,307 being fully electric buses and 66 being hydrogen-powered buses.
Simultaneously with the growth of the electric vehicle fleet, the number of charging points has also been increasing. By the end of July 2024, there were 7,563 publicly accessible electric vehicle charging stations in Poland, with 4,163 being charging stations. Fast charging points with direct current (DC) accounted for 29% of this number, while slow alternating current (AC) points with up to 22 kW power made up the remaining 71%. In July, 308 new charging points were launched.
The recent suspension of the leasing application process under the „Mój Elektryk“ program from September 1st has raised concerns in the electric vehicle market in Poland. Leasing is particularly popular among businesses, which account for over 80% of electric vehicle purchases in the country. The Polish Electric Vehicle Promotion Foundation (PSNM) has been advocating for an increase in the budget of the „Mój Elektryk“ program for some time. The decision to suspend the leasing applications could lead to a decrease in demand for BEVs in Poland. While the National Fund for Environmental Protection and Water Management (NFOŚiGW) has announced a return to the leasing program in 2025, companies may delay their electric vehicle purchases until the program is formally reinstated.
The President of the Polish Association of Automotive Industry (PZPM), Jakub Faryś, expressed surprise and disappointment at the suspension of the „Mój Elektryk“ program. He highlighted the importance of the program in supporting the development of zero-emission fleets in Polish companies. Faryś suggested reallocating a portion of the 1.6 billion PLN from the National Recovery Plan to subsidize the purchase of zero-emission vehicles by businesses as a potential solution to maintain the momentum of electric vehicle adoption until the leasing program resumes.
In conclusion, the electric vehicle market in Poland is experiencing significant growth, with an increasing number of electric vehicles on the roads and a growing infrastructure of charging points. However, challenges such as the suspension of key incentive programs highlight the need for consistent support and clear policies to drive the transition to electric mobility in the country. Stay informed with the latest updates from the PSNM and PZPM to keep up to date with developments in the electric vehicle sector in Poland.