As the electric car gradually gains ground, the government is stepping up its support for the installation of charging points. The aim is to make life easier for motorists, remove disincentives to recharging, and ensure equitable access across the country.
400,000 terminals in the pipeline: France moves up a gear
With more than 168,000 public charging points in May 2025, France is aiming for 400,000 by 2030, including 50,000 fast charging points. From cities to rural areas, all locations are covered: car parks, motorways, supermarkets… so that every French person can recharge easily, wherever they live.
This is in response to the strong growth in sales of electric vehicles and the forthcoming ban on combustion-powered cars, voted by the European Parliament for 2035.
Home terminal: soon simpler, faster
In conjunction with Enedis, the government is preparing a plan to simplify the installation of charging points in communal housing: the aim is to have less than six months between the agreement of the co-ownership and commissioning.
To lighten the bill (between €1,500 and €2,500), the State provides financial assistance, in particular via the Advenir programme, to encourage private individuals to take the plunge.
Smart tariffs and cars that give energy back
To continue to attract new users, preferential tariffs should be introduced at times of peak renewable energy production (« solar hours »), as well as at night and at weekends.
The government is also pushing ahead with the development of V2G, an innovative technology that allows cars to return electricity to the grid when consumption peaks. The government’s aim is to roll out V2G across Europe by 2026.
Reliable terminals, available 24 hours a day: a promise of trust
With a technical availability rate of 93%, the French network is already performing well. But to go even further, the government intends to strengthen its partnerships with operators to ensure a seamless service, with terminals that are maintained, repaired quickly and accessible 24 hours a day.
A challenge to match climate ambitions
Supporting the rise of the electric car is much more than a matter of comfort: it’s a necessity if we are to meet the climate targets set at European level. Because a clean car is worth nothing… without a charging point nearby.
