Bundestag election 2025: Which parties want to promote electromobility?

The 2025 federal elections are coming up and many voters are wondering which party is committed to promoting electromobility. Electromobility plays a crucial role in the transport transition and climate protection. But which party is planning which measures? We have taken a closer look at the election manifestos and show how the parties position themselves on the future of electromobility.

Parties actively promoting electromobility

Alliance 90/The Greens are strongly committed to the expansion of electromobility. They support the EU fleet limits for CO₂ reduction and want to use fines from the automotive industry to promote e-cars. In addition, the expansion of the charging infrastructure should be accelerated and socially balanced purchase incentives for low-consumption electric vehicles produced in Europe should be created. Research into connected driving, battery cells and artificial intelligence should also be further expanded.

The SPD is focusing on financial incentives for the purchase of electric cars, particularly for households with low to medium incomes. Tax breaks are to make the switch easier, and leasing and used car models are also to be included in support programs. In addition, the vehicle tax exemption for electric vehicles will be extended until 2035. The SPD is also campaigning for a European solution to promote electromobility across borders.

Indirect or partial promotion of electric mobility

The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) is in favor of affordable electric vehicles and proposes "public leasing" for environmentally friendly vehicles. This model should take into account income-related subsidy limits and primarily benefit smaller, economical cars.

The Left Party is focusing on fleet restructuring in the public sector by increasing the use of electric vehicles by state institutions. It is also calling for EU quotas for commercial vehicle fleets and socially staggered support programs for craft businesses, care services and commuters in rural areas. Support should only be provided for vehicles that are largely manufactured in the EU. The focus is also on expanding the charging infrastructure and local public transport.

Parties that reject subsidies for electric cars

The CDU/CSU are committed to an open-technology strategy and reject targeted subsidy programs for electric cars. They emphasize the importance of alternative technologies such as hydrogen and e-fuels and focus on expanding the charging infrastructure without direct purchase incentives.

The FDP also rejects purchase premiums for electric cars and instead focuses on a market-oriented technology policy. It is calling for the abolition of EU fleet limits and greater flexibility for the automotive industry to develop different drive technologies in parallel.

The AfD is against any state subsidies for electromobility. It calls for an immediate end to financial preferential treatment for electric vehicles and also rejects public investment in charging infrastructure. In its view, the future of mobility should be determined by the market and not by political guidelines.

Conclusion

The parties' election manifestos show clear differences in their approach to the topic of electromobility. While some parties focus specifically on support measures, others pursue a technology-open or market-oriented approach. Anyone who considers electromobility to be a decisive factor in their election decision should take a close look at the parties' positions.

In order to make an informed decision, it is advisable to read the parties' full election manifestos or use tools such as the Wahl-O-Mat. However, the most important thing is to exercise your right to vote and go to the polls. Because every vote counts - also for the future of electromobility!