According to the latest report from the Latin American Energy Organization (Olade), Uruguay ranks as the sixth country in total electric vehicles, with 5,950 units in circulation. This places it behind Brazil (152,493), Mexico (36,887), Costa Rica (17,903), Colombia (14,407), and Chile (6,184).
However, when analyzing electric vehicles per capita, Uruguay stands out in second place with 17.4 units per 10,000 inhabitants, surpassed only by Costa Rica, which leads with 34.3 units.
Uruguay’s success in electric mobility is largely attributed to collaborative initiatives developed by the public and private sectors.
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Government Measures
The Uruguayan government has implemented measures such as the installation of over 300 public charging points and 100 fast-charging stations, capable of recharging 80% of a battery in just five minutes.
Uruguay has approved fiscal benefits, including exemption from the Imesi tax and the Global Tariff Rate, as well as a reduced vehicle registration fee set at 2.25% of the vehicle’s value.
Additionally, discounts of 50% to 100% on electricity rates for charging vehicles have been introduced.
Initiatives like Energy Efficiency Certificates (CEE) and incentives for clean technologies have also played a pivotal role in this growth.
Despite these advances, the average cost of electric vehicles in Uruguay remains a significant barrier for many.
