Almost All Cars Sold In Norway Are Electric
Norway has once again demonstrated its position as a global leader in electric vehicle adoption.
EVs accounted for nearly 90% of new car sales in 2024, according to the Norwegian Road Federation (OFV). This builds on the 82.4% figure from 2023 and brings the Nordic country closer to its goal of selling only electric cars by 2025.
The success of EVs in Norway is rooted in a balanced approach of incentives and taxation. Petrol and diesel cars face steep taxes, while EVs enjoy exemptions from import and value-added taxes, making them a financially attractive option.
By the end of 2024, EVs made up 28.6% of all cars on the road in Norway, overtaking pure gasoline-powered vehicles.
According to Reuters, This shift isn’t just transforming car sales but is also reshaping supporting industries. For example, fuel retailers like Circle K are replacing gasoline pumps with fast EV chargers.
Unlike the European Union, which plans to ban sales of carbon-emitting cars by 2035, Norway has avoided outright bans, opting instead for incentives. This approach has proven effective in winning public support.
While Norway leads the world in EV adoption, hurdles persist. Rental companies remain some of the last holdouts for internal combustion engine (ICE) cars due to tourists’ unfamiliarity with EVs. Additionally, drivers report minor inconveniences, such as longer charging times in cold weather.
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