What is the ICE2EV scrappage grant for electric cars in Ireland?
The short answer
ICE2EV is a scrappage incentive launching 1 July 2026 that gives an extra €5,000 toward a new battery-electric car when you scrap an eligible internal-combustion (petrol or diesel) vehicle. Stacked on the standard €3,500 SEAI purchase grant, combined buyer support can reach €8,500, before separate VRT relief of up to €5,000. The fund is capped at €10 million, so it is first-come and likely to be claimed quickly once live.
Related questions
When does the ICE2EV scrappage scheme start?
It begins on 1 July 2026 and runs while the €10 million fund lasts. Because the fund is finite, the support may run out before year-end.
Can I combine ICE2EV with the SEAI grant?
Yes. The €5,000 scrappage amount stacks on the €3,500 SEAI grant, giving up to €8,500 in combined purchase support, plus up to €5,000 VRT relief.
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