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Getting an electric car in La Rochelle

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Electric cars in La Rochelle

With the goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2040, La Rochelle has been a pioneer in urban mobility and ecomobility for over 40 years. To achieve the LRTZC (La Rochelle Territoire Zéro Carbone) award, the conurbation is committed to the Cit'ergie 2021 action plan, and in particular to the development of low environmental impact mobility. 

With the launch of Yelo in 2009, the city now has 13 self-service stations for its electric cars, which also act as charging stations. Like all major French cities, La Rochelle is moving towards electric vehicles, with the long-term aim of banning combustion-powered vehicles. The electric car, which emits no CO2 or noise pollution, is often favored by metropolises.

The most popular electric cars in La Rochelle

Assistance for buying an electric car in La Rochelle as a private individual

Ecological bonus

The ecological bonus is changing! With changes scheduled for January 1, 2023, the ecological bonus will drop from €6,000 to €5,000. This bonus is deducted directly from the price of the vehicle by the leasing company or dealer.

Conversion premium

You can also benefit from the "prime à la conversion" (conversion bonus) of up to €5,000, depending on your household income. The conversion bonus is government assistance for all French people to buy a new, less-polluting diesel, petrol, electric or rechargeable hybrid vehicle, whether used or new.

Assistance for the purchase of an electric car in La Rochelle for professionals

Ecological bonus

The ecological bonus is changing! With changes scheduled for January 1, 2023, the ecological bonus will drop from €4,000 to €3,000. This bonus is deducted directly from the price of the vehicle by the leasing company or dealer.

Conversion premium

The aim of the department's aid for the purchase of an electric vehicle is to accelerate the replacement of the Ile-de-France car fleet with clean vehicles. It complements the conversion bonus introduced by the French government.

Buying an electric car in La Rochelle

To buy a new electric car, you need to make sure that you meet the necessary conditions to obtain a credit, a long-term lease (LLD) or a lease with purchase option (LOA).

  • You are over 18
  • You are not registered with the Banque de France    
  • Your debt ratio does not exceed the regulatory 33%.
  • You have validated your trial period

Documents required for a company

For entrepreneurs and the self-employed

  • Bank details
  • Copy of National Identity Card
  • Last tax assessment
  • 2035 or 2042 tax return (self-employed professionals)
  • Simplified balance sheet (own-account companies)
  • Trade register

For companies/corporate bodies

  • Bank details
  • Latest published financial statements
  • Kbis extract or trade register (companies)
  • Articles of association
  • Copy of manager's National Identity Card 

Documents required for private individuals

The documents you need to apply for a credit or a LOA/LLD for your electric car:

  • A copy of your last three pay slips. If you are retired or self-employed, you will be asked for your last one or two tax notices.
  • A copy of your valid identity card or passport.
  • Proof of address less than 3 months old. This can be a gas, electricity or telephone bill (even a cell phone bill), a rent receipt or a title deed.
    A bank details form (RIB).
  • A signed and completed cheque for the amount of the first rent on your schedule. Payment of the first rent will only be made upon receipt of the vehicle.

Find out more: Should I buy my electric car on a leased or leasing basis?

How do you calculate your debt ratio?

The debt ratio must not exceed 33% of net household income. In other words, a banker will only accept your application if you can prove that your fixed expenses do not exceed 33% of your net income. 

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