250 units available from Monday on first-come, first-served basis; extra support for livelihood and delivery use
Ulsan is rolling out a second round of its electric two-wheeler civilian distribution program, offering purchase subsidies to expand adoption of eco-friendly electric motorcycles and scooters. The city distributed 202 electric two-wheelers in the first half of the year before launching the new round.
The second round covers 250 units. Individuals may receive a subsidy for one vehicle, sole proprietors for up to 10, and corporations and institutions face no limit. Applicants must have been registered as Ulsan residents for at least 60 days as of the application date, or operate a business in the city.
Subsidy amounts vary by vehicle type based on size, category and performance factors including fuel efficiency, range and hill-climbing ability.
Small business owners, vulnerable groups and farmers who rely on two-wheelers for their livelihood will receive an additional 20 percent on top of the national government subsidy, while those who purchase a vehicle for delivery use and operate it for at least six months will receive an additional 10 percent. Buyers who scrap an internal combustion engine two-wheeler before purchasing an electric model will receive an extra 300,000 won ($219).
To apply, buyers must sign a purchase contract with a vehicle manufacturer or importer, after which the manufacturer or importer submits the application through the Ministry of Climate, Environment and Energy's zero-emission vehicle integrated portal.
"Expanding the electric two-wheeler distribution program has helped advance carbon neutrality while improving air quality, and the noise reduction effect has also proven significant," a city official said.
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