Financing the purchase or retrofit of electric heavy goods vehicles under the CEE operation sheets TRA-EQ-128/129 with the “CEE — Acquisition de poids lourds électriques (TRA-EQ-128/129)” scheme
“CEE — Acquisition de poids lourds électriques (TRA-EQ-128/129)” is an aid listed by the energy savings certificates scheme (CEE): a CEE bonus for buying new electric heavy vehicles or retrofitting them (N2: 3.5–12 t, N3: over 12 t, road tractors), under the standardised operation sheets TRA-EQ-128 (retrofit) and TRA-EQ-129 (new), amended by the order of 18 May 2026. The access criteria, the expenditure base and the timetable must be checked in the official documentation before including it in the financing plan.
The energy savings certificates scheme (CEE) lists the “CEE — Acquisition de poids lourds électriques (TRA-EQ-128/129)” scheme for buying or retrofitting electric heavy goods vehicles under the CEE operation sheets TRA-EQ-128/129. The source entry notably states: a CEE bonus for buying new electric heavy vehicles or retrofitting heavy vehicles to electric power (N2: 3.5–12 t, N3: over 12 t, road tractors), under the standardised operation sheets TRA-EQ-128 (retrofit) and TRA-EQ-129 (new), amended by the order of 18 May 2026, with multipliers of ×7 or ×9 depending on weight. No amount is given in the catalogue, so no flat-rate bonus can be announced. Any support depends on the TRA-EQ-128/129 sheet in force and the CEE offer made for the vehicle. To decide whether this aid can really contribute to your project, compare the planned costs with the rules in force and confirm the company’s eligibility before any commitment.
Funded by CEE (Certificats d'Economies d'Energie)
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Who can apply
The scheme is listed by the energy savings certificates scheme (CEE). Eligibility depends on location, the nature of the activity and the criteria in the rules in force. The description of the aid notably states: a CEE bonus for buying new electric heavy vehicles or retrofitting them (N2: 3.5–12 t, N3: over 12 t, road tractors), under the standardised operation sheets TRA-EQ-128 (retrofit) and TRA-EQ-129 (new), amended by the order of 18 May 2026. Have the criteria on size, age, status and any excluded sectors confirmed before applying.
Eligibility conditions
This entry concerns the energy savings certificates mechanism applied to certain operations on electric heavy goods vehicles. Check the exact code, the N2 or N3 category, the conditions for a new vehicle or retrofit and the version of the sheet. CEE support is not automatic just because a vehicle is electric.
What the scheme covers
For this project, document the following operations precisely: purchase of new electric heavy vehicles or electric retrofit, only for the vehicle categories and operations provided for by the applicable CEE sheet. For each item, attach a separate quote or a cost breakdown, the technical characteristics needed and an explanation of the link with the aid’s objective. Costs already incurred, recurring subscriptions or items not explicitly provided for must be validated before being included.
Amount and funding terms
No amount is given in the catalogue, so no flat-rate bonus can be announced. Any support depends on the TRA-EQ-128/129 sheet in force and the CEE offer made for the vehicle. A reference cap is neither a flat rate nor a promise of award. The amount depends on the costs accepted, the funding rate and the funder’s decision. Where the aid is paid as a CEE bonus, the amount may notably depend on the technical characteristics, the site’s situation and the offer of the obligated party or its delegate. Check the calculation and payment conditions before counting it as income in the budget.
How to apply
Before signing the purchase order, contact a CEE obligated party or its delegate and ask for a written offer for the specific vehicle. Check that the operation, vehicle category and regulatory sheet match. Keep the purchase, registration and entry-into-service documents required.
Timeline
Check the version of the CEE operation sheet in force and the written offer from the obligated party or its delegate before committing to the operation. The dates and technical criteria that apply are those in force on the commitment date.
Key facts
- Funder
- CEE (Certificats d'Economies d'Energie)
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Open
- Funding rate
- 40%
- Automatically extracted — check the official source
- Opens
- 1 June 2026
- Closes
- 30 June 2029
- Geographic scope
- All of France
Frequently asked questions
How much is the aid?
No amount is given in the catalogue, so no flat-rate bonus can be announced. Any support depends on the TRA-EQ-128/129 sheet in force and the CEE offer made for the vehicle. The amount actually awarded depends on the applicable rules and the review of the application.
Who can benefit?
The scheme is listed by the energy savings certificates scheme (CEE). The precise criteria on activity, location and status must be checked with the funder.
Which costs should I present?
Prepare detailed quotes for purchase of new electric heavy vehicles or electric retrofit, only for the vehicle categories and operations provided for by the applicable CEE sheet. Have the eligibility of each item confirmed before committing.
Do I need to apply before starting?
Check the applicable rule before placing any order or signing anything. Some aid requires the application or the bonus offer to be formalised before the work or operation begins.
Is the bonus €50,000 per lorry?
The catalogue does not confirm a fixed amount of €50,000 per vehicle. The value depends on the applicable TRA-EQ-128/129 sheet, the vehicle category and the offer from a CEE party; ask for a written calculation before ordering.
Official source
Official CEE (Certificats d'Economies d'Energie) page ↗(manual_transport_electrique)Applications are made from the official source (usually in French).
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