The Government is finalizing the launch of Auto Plan 2030A roadmap developed in collaboration with ANFAC (the Spanish Association of Automobile and Truck Manufacturers), the autonomous communities, employers' associations, and unions to strengthen Spain's role in sustainable mobility. The proposal, which brings together 25 measuresIt aims to continue the country's industrial leadership with a focus on electrification, competitiveness and employment.
According to industry sources, the content is practically finalized and its announcement is expected. soonpending final adjustments with the Treasury due to the budgetary impact. A high-level institutional event is even being considered. presence of the Prime Minister, a sign of the plan's strategic importance.
Key points of the Auto Plan 2030 and projected timeline…
The document under evaluation prioritizes a phased rollout, with short and medium term actions that can be activated without waiting for major legislative packages. Although no definitive figures are anticipated at the presentation, the intention is implement measures in stages over the next few months.
The proposal stems from coordinated work since March under the leadership of ANFAC together with the Ministry of Industry and other ministries, with broad technical consensus. As the Secretary of State for Industry emphasized, Jordi García BrustengaThere is a "total agreement" on the policies to be deployed.
Six priority initiatives…
Among the 25 actions, the Government and industry have selected six “star” initiatives which bring together a good part of the expected impact to accelerate the transformation.
- Strategic Growth and Autonomy ProgramAttract production of electrified vehicles and consolidate the battery supply chain.
- New PERTE VEC and boost to R&D&i: new calls for the Innovemos Plan, PTAS and R&D lines for innovation and manufacturing sustainability.
- "Well-made investments" seal In Spain: attracting international capital integrated into the local ecosystem.
- Talent and productivity: training programs for the vehicle of the future and improvements in process management (including Temporary Disability).
- Competitive energy: recognize processes as energy-intensive and support the replacement of fossil fuels with renewables through fiscal measures.
- Pro-innovation fiscal framework: equalize R&D and Technological Innovation deductions to accelerate modernization.
Market and purchase incentives…
On the demand side, the Auto Plan 2030 anticipates the continuity and updating of aid programs to the electrified vehicle, with the goal of simplifying procedures and accelerating payments. The sector has requested that the incentives are deducted from the invoice and are not included in the IRPF (Personal Income Tax), with indicative amounts in the range of 4.000 to 7.000 euros depending on the type of vehicle.
Furthermore, the Executive is working to make management more agile and homogeneous at the state levelTaking as a reference point central management experiences such as Auto Restart+. In parallel, references to programs such as Moves III and Moves Mitma while the new scheme is being activated.
Mobility infrastructure and regulations…
The plan includes a National Charging Infrastructure Plan with annual deployment targets by province, region, and at the national level. Grants and funding will be reserved for points in “shadow” areas and corridors for heavy vehicles, and a rapid signage plan is planned to make it easier for users to locate chargers.
It is also proposed harmonize regulations on the organization of mobility (Low Emission Zones), define a framework for connected and autonomous vehicles and for shared and automated mobility, and create safety and liability rules for recycling plants of components. The following will also be addressed: vehicle carbon footprint with a common measurement mechanism, and improvements to the electrical grid to accelerate the commissioning of charging points.
Industry, innovation and energy…
To strengthen competitiveness, the package includes support lines for manufacturers and supplierswith a special focus on SMEs. It integrates tools to modernize production processes, digitization, and sustainability. The goal is for the entire value chain to benefit from the technological leap associated with it. electric vehicle.
Energy policy is another key area. The aim is to... lower costs For industry, this means accelerating PPAs and self-consumption. In addition, it means facilitating the replacement of fossil fuels with renewable sources through greater tax incentives, in coordination with the... autonomous communities.
Production, market and employment objectives…
The Plan outlines an opportunity to raise the gross added value of the ecosystem from around 85.000 billion to nearly 120.000 billion by 2035. To achieve this, a production target is set of 2,7 million vehicles (with 95% zero emissions) and a domestic market of 1,3 million registrations.
Regarding strategic autonomy, the aim is to achieve the 85 ktpa of mining and 110 ktpa of primary lithium refining, along with a capacity of 200 GWh in cell manufacturingenough for about three million vehicles. Direct and indirect employment in the sector would remain around 1,9 million people, around 9% of the country's jobs.
Investment and governance…
To activate the plan, it is expected that mobilization will be necessary. 36.000-39.000 billion euros of public-private investment across the entire chain. 10.000-11.000 billion in manufacturers, 7.000-8.000 billion in suppliers, 11.000 billion in batteries, and 7.000-8.000 billion in recharging network, an effort one third greater than that of the last five years.
The deployment will include a governance model with an Executive Committee (high-level plenary), an Executive Commission and a Territorial Board, and three technical working groups: offer, demand y new mobilityThere will also be monitoring mechanisms to measure progress and make adjustments.
Risks and uncertainties loom on the horizon until 2030…
These remain to be finalized the budget items associated with each measure and its alignment with regulatory timelines. The depletion of funds in several autonomous communities in previous programs and the uneven payment speed They have pushed for a consensus on a more centralized and faster management system that avoids territorial gaps. Internationally, Spanish industry faces greater competition and open debates in the EU on decarbonization pace and tools.
The sector demands regulatory certainty, access to financing and competitive energy costs to secure new awards for battery models and projects. If the political and budgetary timetable allows, the Auto 2030 Plan could become the palanca that coordinates support for demand, recharging and industrial development, with clear objectives for production, employment and technological autonomy, and with governance that allows for course correction when necessary.
