Norway's Electric Car Sales Hit 96% in 2025

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Electric vehicles captured 96% of Norway's new car market in early 2025, transforming from a mere 1% share in 2010.

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Norwegian government skips VAT charges, cuts parking fees, and opens bus lanes for electric vehicles to encourage adoption.

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Oslo leads Norway's electric transition with 40% electric cars on roads, while the national average reaches 28%.

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Norway plans full electric city bus operations in 2025, aiming for 75% renewable heavy vehicles by 2030.

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United States lags behind with 8.1% electric vehicle sales in 2024, while Norway approaches complete market shift.

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Norway's cheaper electricity costs and strong economy support the rapid switch to electric vehicles, says ING bank expert Rico Luman.

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Christina Bu of Norwegian EV Association prepares to mark the historic shift with a celebration this February.

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Most vehicles on Norwegian roads still run on gas, showing the time needed for a complete transition despite new sales success.

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Norway achieved this without banning gas vehicles, focusing instead on making electric cars practical through consistent policies.

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