Singapore’s logistics, transport, and commercial vehicle sectors are entering a new era of electrification. To accelerate the adoption of electric heavy vehicles (eHVs), the Land Transport Authority (LTA) has launched the Electric Heavy Vehicle Charger Grant (EHVCG), helping businesses offset the cost of installing dedicated charging infrastructure.
If your company is considering electric trucks, buses, coaches, or other heavy vehicles, the EHVCG can significantly reduce your upfront investment.
What is the EHVCG?
The Electric Heavy Vehicle Charger Grant (EHVCG) is a government co-funding scheme that supports the installation of chargers for electric heavy vehicles.
The grant will be available from 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2028 and applies to the first 500 approved chargers nationwide.
How Much Funding Is Available?
The EHVCG provides:
- Up to 50% co-funding of eligible charger installation costs
- Maximum grant support of $30,000 per charger
Eligible costs include:
- Charging equipment
- Licensed Electrical Worker (LEW) fees
- Cabling and installation works
GST is not eligible for reimbursement.
Who Can Apply?
To qualify for the grant:
- The applicant must register a new electric heavy vehicle between 1 January 2026 and 31 December 2028.
- Each registered eHV can support one grant-funded charger.
- Up to three chargers can be funded per site.
- The charger must be installed at the applicant’s place of business or approved operating location.
Charger Requirements
To qualify under the EHVCG, chargers must:
- Be LTA-approved smart chargers
- Have a minimum power rating of 50kW
- Be installed at designated heavy vehicle parking lots
- Support electric heavy vehicle operations
Publicly accessible chargers may also qualify if operated by a licensed EV Charging Operator.
Which Businesses Benefit Most?
The EHVCG is particularly attractive for:
- Logistics companies
- Delivery fleets
- Waste management operators
- Bus operators
- Construction companies
- Industrial transport fleets
By combining vehicle incentives with charger grants, businesses can substantially lower the total cost of transitioning to electric fleets. Singapore’s Heavy Vehicle Zero Emissions Scheme (HVZES) also provides incentives for qualifying electric heavy vehicles, creating additional savings opportunities.
Why Install Fleet Chargers Early?
Many fleet operators initially rely on public charging infrastructure. However, dedicated fleet charging offers several advantages:
- Lower operational costs
- Greater charging reliability
- Reduced vehicle downtime
- Better fleet scheduling
- Improved energy management
For companies operating fixed routes or single-shift operations, depot charging can often meet daily charging requirements efficiently.
How iCharge Supports Fleet Electrification
iCharge provides an end-to-end fleet electrification solution through our iFleet 360 platform.
Our services include:
- Fleet charging assessments
- Site electrical infrastructure studies
- AC and DC charger deployment
- Charging management software
- Smart metering integration
- Grant application support
- Ongoing maintenance and operations
Whether you are deploying your first electric truck or electrifying an entire fleet, iCharge can help design the most cost-effective charging strategy while maximizing available government support.
Useful Resources
- LTA Charger Grants: lta.gov.sg/charger_grants
- LTA EV Transition Information: lta.gov.sg/transitioning_to_evs
- LTA EV Roadmap: lta.gov.sg/our_ev_roadmap
