How to get a government subsidy for your electric bike
In France, you can lower the purchase price of your electric bike thanks to a handful of electric bike subsidies from the government. Read on to learn if you qualify and how to apply.
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Interested in purchasing an electric bike, but stressing over the price tag? Don’t worry—in France, you can lower the purchase price of your electric bike thanks to a handful of electric bike subsidies from the government. Read on to learn if you qualify and how to apply. First, let’s talk about why you’d want your own an electric bike in the first place. This innovative vehicle is halfway between a conventional bicycle and a moped. With the look of a conventional bike plus an added electric motor, an electric bike can take you faster and farther on your journeys with minimal effort. Here are some more perks to owning an electric bike: First of all, we need to distinguish between two types of electric bike subsidies:To get a financial boost when you buy your electric bike, you’ll first need to contact your town, region or department:In addition to the local subsidies, the government has introduced a national electric bike subsidy.You’ll have to meet a number of conditions to obtain this bonus:Before applying for an electric bike subsidy, make sure that the bike you want meets the required criteria. For national assistance, the bike must:Each municipality, region, or department sets its own procedures for awarding the electric bike subsidy. However, in most cases, you’ll need the following documents:
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Why use an electric bike to get around?
- You can go faster (an electric bike can reach 25 km/h—15 mph) with less effort. If you’re looking for an eco-friendly way to get to work, an electric bike is a good option, as it will save you from arriving at the office in a sweat.
- Easier up hills and on windy days. An electrically assisted bike can be a great help when you’re facing added resistance such as wind or hills. It allows you to negotiate the most difficult slopes and brave the whims of the weather, thanks to the different levels of assistance available.
- Travel differently. An electric bike gives you the extra power to carry luggage, tow a trailer, attach a child’s seat, or simply go a little faster without working up a sweat. Whether you’re exploring your holiday destination or commuting around your hometown, an electric bike will help you do it with ease. Tip: Want to go on vacation in France? Check out our top destinations in France.
The different subsidies for buying an electric bike
- Local subsidies (municipal, departmental, or regional ones)
- The national subsidy, known as the electrically assisted bicycle bonus
Local electric bike subsidies
- Only 3 regions offer a subsidy: Occitanie, Corsica, and Île-de-France.
- Numerous cities and departments offer financial assistance, so we advise you to consult them first.
The national electrically assisted bicycle bonus
- You’ve received a local subsidy
- You have a taxable income less than or equal to €13,489
- You’re of legal age
- You’re a resident of France
What types of bikes are eligible for the electric bike subsidy?
- be new.
- have a lead-free battery.
- comply with the regulations of the French road traffic code (i.e., the maximum continuous power rating must be 0.25 kilowatts, and the electric assistance is limited to 25 km/h—5 mph—or when the cyclist stops pedaling).
How to apply for the electric bike subsidy
- A copy of your identity card
- Proof of address that’s less than 3 months old
- RIB (bank account identification statement)
- An invoice for the purchase of the bicycle
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