The federal government decided on Tuesday to maintain the gradual increase in import taxes for electric and hybrid cars while authorizing a temporary quota of US$ 463 million with zero tariffs for six months.
The Foreign Trade Chamber authorized the US$ 463 million limit for entry of electrified vehicles without taxation. Above that value, the full rate applies again. The deadlines for tax increases vary by vehicle type: semi-assembled or assembled models will see rises starting in July, while disassembled or semi-disassembled ones will be fully taxed from January 2027.
The decision aims to balance the automotive sector transition with decarbonization policy and encouragement of local production, according to the government. The tariff schedule remains unchanged.
The National Association of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers criticized the measure. The entity stated that the resumption of incentives for importing parts goes against national industry interests and reduces predictability for investments. Anfavea noted that the industry has already announced about R$ 140 billion in investments until 2033.
