El Auto+ Plan It already has fine print and arrives to fill the gap left by Moves III in Spain. This new incentive program... purchase of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles It aims to revive registrations in 2026, at a time when the market had been waiting for months to find out what aid would still be in effect and under what conditions.
Although the administrative process still needs to be completed, the Government has specified the operating principles, maximum amounts and requirements access. The aid will be retroactive from January 1, 2026So, those who have bought an electrified car since that date will be able to benefit when the official call for applications opens, presumably towards the end of spring.
A replacement for Moves III with 400 million and centralized management…
The Auto+ Plan is part of the Spain Auto Plan 2030The government's joint strategy with the automotive sector to accelerate the electrification of the vehicle fleet. This new line of subsidies will include a allocation of 400 million euros by 2026 and represents the direct replacement of the aid from Move III, which expired on December 31, 2025.
One of the major differences compared to the previous scheme is that the Management will be state-run and centralizedThe autonomous communities cease to distribute and process the funds, so that All applications will go to a single national "pool".The Executive's stated intention is to simplify processes, standardize deadlines, and avoid situations where some autonomous communities quickly exhausted their budgets while others continued to have surpluses.
Furthermore, the plan will be coordinated with the regions, but The one-stop shop will report directly to the Ministry of Industrywhich will also be responsible for publishing the final terms and conditions and the call for applications. The procedure will be expedited, although industry estimates suggest that the Official State Gazette (BOE) will not publish the call for applications until... late May or early Juneprovided that the required reports do not introduce further delays.
Retroactivity of aid and compatibility with other programs…
The design of the Auto+ Plan attempts to close the gap in aid at the beginning of the yearAlthough the application process is not yet operational, it has been confirmed that All eligible vehicle purchases made from January 1, 2026 onwards will count for subsidy purposes. This will allow coverage for those who decided not to postpone their purchase decision despite the lack of regulatory certainty.
These vehicle purchase subsidies are complemented by the extension of the 15% deduction in personal income tax through the purchase of electrified vehicles and through the installation of charging pointsThis is a measure that the government has reintroduced into the so-called social safety net. This deduction, with limit of 3.000 euros The basis for the deduction must be ratified by Congress, which maintains some uncertainty after the previous rejection of a similar decree on January 27.
In parallel, the Auto+ Plan is integrated with other lines of the Spain Auto Plan 2030and Moves Runners -focused on public roadside charging infrastructure- and the funds from PERTE of the electric vehicleintended to strengthen the industrial chain. The aim is to create a package of more than 1.200 millones de euros to renew the fleet, deploy chargers and support the industry.
Which vehicles are eligible for the Auto+ Plan
The program is aimed exclusively at Vehicles with DGT ZERO labelTherefore, it excludes non-plug-in hybrids and conventional combustion engine models. The scope includes various types of vehicles related to electric mobility:
- M1 Touring Cars: cars with up to nine seats, considered the main focus of the program as they make up the bulk of the private market.
- Light Commercial Vehicles N1Vans and light trucks up to 3,5 tons, key for urban fleets and last mile delivery.
- Electric motorcycles L3e, L4e and L5e: with a design speed exceeding 45 km/h, a minimum power of 3 kW and at least 70 km of range.
- Light quadricycles L6e and heavy quadricycles L7e: from low-power urban microcars to heavy quadricycles for professional use.
Both new vehicles and existing vehicles will be allowed entry. already registered from 1 January 2026 in Spainprovided they are acquired through official dealerships, authorized points of sale, or rental and leasing contracts channeled through authorized companies. The reference price will be the invoice price excluding taxes. and discounting any commercial promotions applied by the brand or store.
Price limits and exclusion of the high-end…
To contain budgetary costs and focus support on more affordable models, the Auto+ Plan sets price ceilings different depending on the category. In the case of the For M1 passenger cars, the maximum eligible price will be 45.000 euros excluding taxes.Any car that exceeds that threshold is automatically excluded from the program.
In the segment electric motorcycles, the limit is set at 10.000 euros without VATIf the motorcycle exceeds that amount, even if it meets all other technical requirements, it will not be eligible for assistance. Conversely, in the case of... N1 vans and light trucks and L6e and L7e quadricycles, There is no price cap imposedThis decision aims to avoid penalizing commercial or specialized vehicles that, due to their design and technological capabilities, may have higher rates.
This price cap implies that the plan It is not designed for luxury electric vehiclesbut for configurations that, once the state subsidy and the dealer discount are applied, may be attractive to users with average budgets or to companies looking to renew their work fleets.
Maximum amounts per vehicle type…
The aid does not consist of a single, unchanging figure; it is based on maximum amounts per category on which different percentages are then applied according to the new system called EEE (Electrical, Economical and European)The gross limits set are as follows:
- M1 Touring Cars: until 4.500 Euros state subsidy.
- Light Commercial Vehicles N1: until 5.000 Euros of direct aid.
- Electric motorcycles L3e, L4e and L5e: until 1.100 Eurosprovided they meet power and autonomy requirements.
- L6e and L7e Quadricycles: until 1.500 Euros per vehicle.
In the case of passenger cars and light commercial vehiclesThe program adds a relevant requirement for the distribution network: Retail outlets must apply a minimum additional discount of 1.000 euros to the invoice.This discount is independent of public subsidies. The industry has clarified that the discount will be covered by the brands, not by individual dealerships, after the latter refused to repeat the scheme of providing advance aid as in previous plans.
In this way, a buyer of an electric car who obtains the maximum support could achieve up to 5.500 euros reduction on the pre-tax price Adding state aid and mandatory trade discount, a figure that is also replicated, with its own minimum amounts, in the case of N1 vans.
The "EEE" formula: Electric, Economical and European…
El Auto+ Plan It introduces a key difference compared to Moves by applying variable aid based on three combined factors: type of propulsion, vehicle price y industrial link with the European UnionInstead of a fixed subsidy, the final percentage is calculated by adding up the tiers associated with each criterion, allowing for an incentive more tailored to each car's profile. This system aims to optimize the subsidies for electric cars and to direct public spending towards more efficient, technological and strategic options for the market of sustainable mobility.
The first block, called the Electrical criterion, differentiates between plug-in technologies to prioritize the full electrification100% electric vehicles, both battery and hydrogen-powered, receive 50% of the maximum available amount, while plug-in hybrids and extended-range electric vehicles gain 25%. This structure reinforces the commitment to the pure electric car as the main solution to reduce emissions and move towards transportation decarbonization, encouraging purchasing decisions aligned with the clean energy.
The third element is the Economic and European criterion, which combines price and community production to strengthen the European automotive industryIn M1 passenger cars, models up to €35.000 receive an additional 25%, and those up to €45.000 receive 15%, while motorcycles and N1 vehicles receive a flat 25%. Furthermore, manufacturing or assembly in the EU provides up to an extra 25%, boosting the local production, the green economy and the competitiveness of Electric vehicles in Europe.
How is 100% of the aid achieved and what happens with Chinese cars…
By combining the three criteria, an M1 passenger vehicle may or may not have access to the full range of 4.500 Euros available. To achieve the 100% of the subsidyThe vehicle must simultaneously meet three very specific conditions: be pure electricto have a price less than 35.000 euros excluding taxes and to have both Final assembly as part of the battery process carried out in the EUIn other words, the car archetype favored by the plan is the one that follows the EEE logic of being electric, economical and European.
This scheme puts the models manufactured in Europe, including those assembled in Spanish plants, compared to vehicles imported from non-EU markets. However, the program does not exclude the Chinese electric cars nor those manufactured outside the continent: these will still be able to take advantage of the Auto+ Plan, although their aid will be limited to the part linked to propulsion and price, without adding or with less weight in the European component.
In practice, a Chinese electric vehicle Affordable price but no manufacturing or battery in the EU It could receive 50% of the maximum for being purely electric and 25% for being economical, remaining in the region of 75% of the maximum aidThis difference can translate into a difference of just over a thousand euros compared to an equivalent model assembled and with part of its battery in Europe, which narrows the final price gap between European options and imported products.
Specific amounts for passenger cars, vans, motorcycles and quadricycles…
Applying the EEE formula, the plan details maximum amounts and access conditions by vehicle type. In M1 passenger cars, the roof is 4.500 euros of state aid, adjustable according to technology, price and origin. The minimum contribution of 1.000 euros from the point of sale This allows the total reduction to reach up to 5.500 Euros in the most favorable cases. In the case of the Light commercial vehicles N1The maximum grant amount is 5.000 euros per vehicle, with no purchase price limit.
Vans, like passenger cars, should benefit from a minimum additional discount of €1.000 from the point of sale, intended to alleviate the cost of renewing professional fleets. electric motorcycles of categories L3e, L4e and L5e, with a design speed exceeding 45 km/h, a minimum power of 3 kW and 70 km range, will be eligible to up to 1.100 euros in aidprovided that its price before taxes and discounts does not exceed 10.000 euros.
In this way, the plan also seeks to incentivize the electrification of two-wheeled mobility in urban environments. light quadricycles L6e and heavy quadricycles L7e, both for private and professional use, will have up to 1.500 euros in subsidyWith no price cap, these microvehicles, increasingly common in cities as an alternative to traditional tourism, are now fully included in the new incentive scheme.
Beneficiaries: who can apply for aid and what are the limits…
The Auto+ Plan is open to a wide range of potential beneficiaries. Those who can apply for assistance include: Natural persons, self-employed and companiesprovided they meet the general requirements and are up to date with their tax and social security obligations. In the case of self-employed workers and companies, it will be essential to be registered in the census of entrepreneurs, professionals and withholding agents from the Tax Agency when the aid is linked to an economic activity.
The program establishes a limit of one subsidized vehicle per individualso that a single citizen cannot accumulate multiple benefits individually. In the business sector, the Companies and self-employed individuals will be able to receive support for up to ten vehicles.This amount allows for partial fleet renewals without excessively concentrating funds in just a few actors.
In all cases, it will be essential that the vehicle complies with the ZERO label requirement and that it remains in the possession of the beneficiary for a minimum period that will be set in the terms and conditions, avoiding quick purchase and sale transactions aimed solely at capturing the subsidy.
The role of dealerships and leasing companies…
The new plan changes its approach to how aid reaches the end user. Unlike the Moves program, where many buyers were forced to advance the money and wait months or years until the administration makes the payment, the Auto+ Plan is committed to direct aid applied at the dealership itselfThe subsidy will be deducted from the price at the time of purchase, and the point of sale will handle the processing.
For that, dealerships, official distributors and leasing companies Recognized entities may handle the management of applications, provided they are authorized to market vehicles or offer leasing services in Spanish territoryThe goal is for the customer to see the assistance reflected in the invoice without having to deal with subsequent paperwork, reducing time and uncertainty.
In the previous negotiations, the dealer associations made it clear that They would not assume the advance of public aid nor any additional discounts beyond the one thousand euros committed by the brands. Finally, the agreement establishes that Minimum discount of 1.000 euros on cars and vansThis is in addition to the state subsidy, which improves the program's appeal without putting excessive strain on the cash flow of the points of sale.
What's excluded from the new Auto+ Plan: chargers and scrapping…
Unlike what happened with the Moves program, the Auto+ Plan It does not include aid for domestic or private charging infrastructureThe purchase and installation of charging points for individuals and companies is not part of the eligible expenses in this program, so those who want to install a charger will have to resort to other specific support programs or assume the full cost.
Another relevant difference is the disappearance of the additional aid linked to the scrapping of an old vehicleUnder Moves III, the combination of the base contribution and the incentive for scrapping an old car could raise the aid to up to 7.000 euros in some cases. Now, the The maximum amount is set at 4.500 euros for passenger cars., without additional compensation for vehicle removal, although the tax deduction in the IRPF continues to operate as a supplement.
The Auto+ Plan isn't either. compatible with the MOVES Fleets Plus programThis means that subsidies from both schemes cannot be combined for the same vehicle. However, it will maintain the possibility of coexisting with Energy Saving Certificates (CAE)This figure allows for the monetization of energy consumption reductions and can provide an extra incentive in certain operations.
Market context: growth with doubts and pressure from the sector…
The definition of the Auto+ Plan comes at a time when the The plug-in vehicle market is growing, but showing signs of exhaustion.In January, registrations of pure electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles increased by around one 40% year-on-year, with something more than 17.000 unitsand throughout 2025 the increase approached 90%However, associations such as Ganvam or Aedive emphasize that a large part of these registrations are due to orders closed the previous yearbefore the current incentives expired.
The motor industry associations, from Anfac and Faconauto to AediveThey had been demanding a new stimulus scheme for months to prevent a slowdown in electric car sales. The sector argued that the plan should communicate and activate as soon as possibleto give buyers visibility into which models would receive aid and in what amount. A minority of the internal debate within the Government even considered incorporating criteria of carbon footprint throughout the vehicle's life cycleThis would have particularly harmed models manufactured in China due to the weight of logistics, but that line has ultimately not been incorporated as a main filter.
The final result includes the agreement reached between Industry and the major associationsprioritizing the European electric vehicles with a higher percentage of aid and by adjusting support for plug-in hybrids and models of non-EU origin. The Ministry of Economy, for its part, has promoted that the more of the aid should be directed towards the most affordable vehicles, with the argument that they are the ones that best suit the budget of households with lower disposable income.
Taxation, deadlines and application horizon…
The Government has approved a royal decree-law that extends until 2026 the 15% deduction in personal income tax for the purchase of Power Plants e plug-in hybridsas well as for installing recharging points domestic. This tax advantage is part of the so-called social safety net, along with measures to protect against evictions, guarantee essential supplies, and tax relief for extreme weather events. The goal is to strengthen access to sustainable mobility while protecting vulnerable households and stimulating energy transition without neglecting the overall economic impact.
The final implementation of the package will depend on its ratification in Congress, where the Executive needs a sufficient majority. The rejection of a previous text that mixed incentives to electromobility The revaluation of pensions has generated caution in the sector. Manufacturers and dealerships are observing the process with caution, aware that regulatory stability directly influences the purchase of electric carsBusiness planning and consumer confidence are key elements for accelerating growth. electric vehicle adoption in the national market.
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Industry is preparing the terms and conditions and the call for applications for the Auto+ Planwith an estimated processing time of about four months. If there are no delays, applications would open in late May or early June, with retroactive effect from January 2026. The program aims to balance incentives for electric cars, support for the European industry and control of public spending, prioritizing pure electric models, moderate prices and community production to reduce imports and avoid administrative bottlenecks.
