Latest news and stories about electric vehicles in infrastructure in Portugal for expats and residents.
Public electric vehicle charging costs significantly exceed domestic rates, with 10 kWh often costing over 4 euros compared to the 14-20 cents per kWh typically found in home contracts.
A potential 10 million euro incentive package for electric vehicle purchases may launch in the second half of the year, contingent on the stabilization of the Middle East crisis and the reallocation of current transport sector subsidies.
Mercedes has launched a new electric C-Class, which has nothing to do with the combustion-engine C-Class that has been on the market since 2021. It features a new platform, 489 hp, and a range of 743 km.
Tesla has finished the installation of new charging stations, marking a significant milestone for the electric vehicle network in the country.
The electric vehicle market in Portugal sees a significant surge, with demand increasing by nearly 70% during 2026.
The new BYD Dolphin G DM-i model launches in the Portuguese market, featuring a 1040km driving range and sophisticated hybrid powertrain technology.
Portugal ranks as the second most electrified automotive market in Europe, with demand for electric vehicles increasing by 68.7%.
The new electric Mercedes VLE model is now available in the Portuguese market, featuring a driving range of 700 kilometres.
Mercedes-Benz Trucks and the company TJA – Transportes J. Amaral are partnering to advance the use of electric vehicles for heavy-duty freight transport within Portugal.
Plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) have long been marketed as the ideal bridge between internal combustion engines and 100% electric mobility. However, they often come with an 'open secret' that frustrates many drivers: in very cold weather or during morning starts, the petrol engine is frequently forced to turn on—not to move the car, but to generate heat for the battery and cabin. With the introduction of its 6th-generation PHEV system in the 2026 Toyota RAV4, the Japanese manufacturer claims to have overcome this dilemma through advanced thermal management, replacing conventional heat pumps with a complex, multi-circuit cooling architecture that allows for dynamic heat transfer between components. While this innovation promises greater efficiency and electric-only range, it also introduces increased mechanical complexity and the removal of the manual 'Charge Mode' feature.
For years, the main issue with electric mobility in Portugal was simple: will there be enough charging stations to keep up with the growth of electric vehicles? Today, for the first time, I feel we are beginning to move past that stage of the conversation. The numbers show it. In May, the public network connected to MOBI.E recorded more than 968,000 charges, the...
BYD has entered the demanding pick-up truck market with the new Shark, its first model in this category. It features the DMO super hybrid technology, offering 436hp of combined power, 90km of electric-only range, and a total range of 675km. The vehicle includes a 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine and two electric motors, achieving 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds. Built with a 32.2kWh Blade Battery integrated into the chassis, it offers intelligent all-wheel drive, a 2,500kg towing capacity, and vehicle-to-load functionality. The Shark is expected to arrive in the European market in the second half of this year, with pricing yet to be announced.
Leapmotor, the newest brand under Stellantis, is also showing the most commercial aggression. In Germany, it is renting out a T03 for the same price as a monthly mobile phone plan.
Designed by Ceiia, the electric vehicle is debuting at airports with Lufthansa and relies on a digital architecture to reduce costs and emissions.
Portugal reached a new high in electric vehicle sales during the month of June.
Iberdrola BP Pulse has launched a new electric vehicle charging hub in the Algarve, bringing their total network to over 500 charging points across Portugal.
The new Leapmotor B05 electric vehicle launches in the Portuguese market, featuring a 480km driving range and the ability to charge in just 17 minutes.
The electric vehicle charging network connected to Mobi.E recorded an increase of approximately 31% in charging sessions in June 2026 compared to the same month the previous year, reaching 955,000 sessions. Throughout the month, the infrastructure was used by more than 231,000 distinct users (different access points, through...)
WEG has established a strategic partnership with the Association of Electric Vehicle Users (UVE).
Portugal is identified as the most competitive country in Europe for the procurement and hiring of electric vehicles.
Despite the continued rise in demand for used cars, in the first half of the year, the import of new cars increased compared to the same period last year.
An overview of the transition from diesel vehicles to electric cars within the Portuguese market.
The number of electric vehicles sold in Portugal has reached a new all-time high.
Zunder, which has over 1,500 operational charging points in Spain and France, has just opened its first station in Portugal with four ultra-fast charging points in Esposende. Located in the parish of Marinhas at km 48 of the N13 road, which connects several urban centres on the northern coast, these points offer up to 400 kW.
Powerdot has acquired the operations of the UK-based InstaVolt in Portugal and Spain, expanding its network by 200 additional electric vehicle charging stations.
The updated Audi Q4 e-tron model has received its official price list for the Portuguese market.
On the Conversa Capital programme from Antena 1 and Jornal de Negócios, the Minister for Environment and Energy explains that on 2 July, a 44 million euro high-voltage connection between Portugal and Spain, linking Ponte de Lima and Fontefria, will be inaugurated in the Minho region, thereby reaching the 15% electricity interconnection target with Spain.
