Electric car charging in Italy

Introduction

As one of the great automotive nations, Italy is part of the ongoing EV revolution. This means that all Italian car companies are preparing battery-powered and electric models and that the government helps with the costs of new vehicles through numerous grants. In fact, even the most exclusive Italian companies like Ferrari or Lamborghini now have hybrid models in their lineup, with fully-electric cars being announced and in the final stages of development. However, despite a significant push by Italian manufacturers and several new EVs produced, Italy as a country is still behind Norway or UK in the overall number of EV registrations and charging points. Since Italy has some of the best driving roads in Europe, historic spots, fantastic cuisine and gorgeous landscapes, it is a top tourist destination. The question of electric car charging in Italy and its EV infrastructure is often asked. So, here is all you need to know.

Charging Stations Map Of Italy

If we look at the map showing all public charging stations in Italy, we would see that most of them are located in the northern part of the country. This is because Italy's north is the country's tourist, economic, and transportation hub, with several major cities, industrial areas, and numerous vital highways connecting Italy with Switzerland, Austria, Slovenia, and France. Also, this region of Italy is densely populated with tens of millions of people. So, it is logical that this area will be the first to adopt and support the EV revolution with plenty of charging stations and infrastructure. Of course, the central and southern parts of the country, along the main roads and popular spots, offer support for EV owners but at a noticeably lower rate.

Number Of Charging Stations In Italy

Currently, there are 23,000 public charging stations in Italy that offer around 45,000 charging points. The infrastructure is spread over highways, urban areas, and popular tourist destinations. Despite the significant overall numbers, the charging stations and points per vehicle ratio remains low compared to other European countries. The most significant number of charging points in Italy are slow chargers with a capacity of under 7.4 kW or "accelerated" chargers with a capacity of up to 22 kW. At the moment, Italy has around 2,500 fast chargers (50+ kW capacity) to support long-distance driving and provide quicker charging solutions for urban EV users. Of course, with the development of the charging network, the number of charging stations is constantly growing.

Numbers Of EVs On Italian Roads

As you can guess, the most popular EV in Italy is the Fiat 500e, which offers a compact design, urban efficiency, and a range of about 200 km on a full charge. Fiat has ambitious plans to expand its electric lineup in the coming years, most noticeably with the new Panda EV set to be released in 2025. As of 2024, Italy had over 200,000 registered electric vehicles, including fully electric cars and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). In 2023 alone, electric car sales surged by 35%, a clear indicator that Italians are becoming more open to adopting greener modes of transportation. However, EVs still make up a relatively small portion of the overall car market, representing around 4% of total vehicle sales. Once again, most EVs and hybrids are registered in northern Italy, where charging infrastructure and standards permit the comfortable use of battery-powered models in everyday traffic. With more and more EVs on sale and better local infrastructure, we are sure Italians will have even more zero-emission cars in the future.

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Cost Of EV Charging In Italy

Of course, one of the most relevant pieces of information for EV owners in Italy or for those who plan to visit this beautiful country with their battery-powered vehicles is the cost of charging. Generally, Italian charging prices tend to be a bit higher than the rest of Europe and depend on location, energy provider, time of day, and the type of charger. Currently, the price breakdown for major providers is this:

• Enel X is the largest Italian power company, with over 16,000 charging points nationwide. For slow charging, you will need €0.69 per kWh and €0.99 per kWh for fast charging. They also have a subscription plan with 80 kWh of energy for €49 per month, equivalent to €0.61 per kWh.

• Ionity is even more expensive at €0.79 per kWh for pay-as-you-go, but subscriptions can reduce this to €0.57 or €0.47 per kWh.

• Duferco Energia, which has about 1800 fast chargers all over Italy, charges a flat rate of €0.60 per kWh for fast charging, but the price is known to be higher in some cases.

Those prices are even higher when we know that the average cost of 1 kW for a household in Italy is only €0.09 per kWh. Of course, home charging is the slowest but cheapest way of charging your vehicle in Italy.

Conclusion

Electric mobility in Italy is progressing steadily, with a growing number of electric vehicles and charging stations. However, several challenges remain, including uneven infrastructure distribution and high charging costs. Italian car manufacturers, led by Fiat and Alfa Romeo are expanding their electric portfolios, with brands like Ferrari and Lamborghini poised to join the market soon. Voldt, as a leading company in car charging products, is closely following developments in the Italian market, producing premium products that help our customers have safe and fast charging processes and seamless user experiences. Regardless of whether they are located in Italy or just visiting this beautiful country with their EV.