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According to Electrek, commencing on June 1, 2026, Laos will institute a comprehensive prohibition on the import of new gasoline and diesel-powered passenger vehicles, mandating that almost all newly imported cars be electric vehicles. This prohibition will remain in effect until the end of 2026, marking it as the most stringent electric vehicle mandate globally. Nevertheless, specialized vehicles, including those used in public transportation and construction machinery, are exempt from these restrictions. Laos aims to diminish its reliance on fuel and curtail foreign exchange expenditure through this initiative. To encourage the widespread adoption of electric vehicles, Laos has also introduced policies such as tax incentives, with a goal to achieve a 30% electric vehicle penetration rate by 2030.
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