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Ireland launches National EV Infrastructure Strategy 2026 to 2028 as EV fleet passes 270,000
Minister of Transport Darragh O'Brien has launched the National EV Infrastructure Strategy 2026 to 2028, setting out the next phase of Ireland's plan to expand and future proof its charging network through to the end of 2028. According to the announcement, Ireland has more than 270,000 registered EVs, exceeding the 2025 Climate Action Plan target, and EVs took a record 26.3% of the new car market. There are now over 3,620 publicly accessible changepoints providing approximately 280MW of capacity across more than 1,200 locations.
Why it matters
The Strategy delivers a Programme for Government commitment and signals continued state backing for accessible, reliable and comprehensive charging, which shapes the funding and tender environment for CPOs and suppliers in Ireland. The excerpt does not give programme details, funding levels or targets, so those will need checking in the full document.