NEW ECONOMIC REPORT
Climate Action and the Taxation of Motoring in Ireland, by Colm McCarthy
E-Way 2040 is a pragmatic plan to get Ireland on the road to electric vehicles and zero emission cars by 2040, that is in line with EU targets.
It sets out how reaching zero emissions can be done in a sensible and affordable way. And how the latest diesel, petrol and hybrid models can help lower your carbon footprint in the meantime.
Make an informed decision when matching your driving needs to car choice.
Read more3,444 electric cars registered in Ireland in 2019, just 3% of total registrations.
Make an informed decision when matching your driving needs to car choice.
Read moreOne million electric cars on Irish roads by 2030? A lack of infrastructure and low manufacturing volumes suggest not.
Read moreIreland currently has just 1,100 public charge points (plus 337 in NI), whilst charging at home is difficult for many – or near impossible for some.
One million electric cars on Irish roads by 2030? A lack of infrastructure and low manufacturing volumes suggest not.
Read moreWe believe Ireland needs a 2040 strategy to reach zero emissions - in line with the rest of Europe.
Read moreNew car emissions must be cut by 30% by 2030,
in line with EU regulations.
We believe Ireland needs a 2040 strategy to reach zero emissions - in line with the rest of Europe.
Read moreIreland’s climate policy sets unrealistic targets and is out of sync with EU neighbours. It’s time to reassess and drive real change.
Read moreIt’s not the first time the Government has set over-ambitious targets. Let’s not make the same mistake again.
Ireland’s climate policy sets unrealistic targets and is out of sync with EU neighbours. It’s time to reassess and drive real change.
Read moreOfficial reaction to the budget 2021 announcement . 13th October 2020
The ban was proposed based on flawed and incomplete data and would also have been illegal under EU law. 08th October 2020
Official reaction to the budget 2021 announcement . 13th October 2020
New Economic Report Supports Major Motor Tax Reform. August 10th, 2020.
VRT tax is 'hindering' motorists from switching to newer, greener models. Article by Alan Healy. August 10th, 2020.