Quebec electric vehicle subsidies to be suspended in 2025 [Video]

The subsidy program for those purchasing an electric vehicle in Quebec will be suspended next year.

On Monday, the Environment Minister announced reductions to “Go Green” (Roulez vert) subsidies starting in 2025 and added that those wanting to take advantage of the subsidy will have to do so in January.

“Due to the significant demand managed by Roulez vert in recent months, the program will be temporarily suspended as of February 1,” the ministry wrote.

The ministry told CTV News that the program will resume on April 1 after the next provincial budget.

The release adds that e-vehicles made up over 30 per cent of the market share in the third quarter of 2024 making Quebec the top region in North America.

In 2025, subsidies will be reduced across the spectrum.

Subsidies for fully electric vehicles will go from $7,000 (2024) to $4,000 (2025) before dropping to $2,000 (2026) and then nothing in 2027 when the program ends.

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