Last year, almost four out of every five new cars registered in Norway were electric, which is a new record. The numbers were released on Monday. Last year, 138,265 new electric cars were sold in Norway, led by the American company Tesla, which had a 12.2% market share. This was 79.3% of all passenger car sales, according to a statement from the Norwegian Road Federation (OFV).

Norway, which is a big oil and gas producer and a leader in making zero-emission cars, easily beat the previous record of 64.5%, which was set in 2021.

High adoption rate of electric cars

Norway has had a high adoption rate of electric vehicles for many years, and this can be attributed to a number of factors. One reason is that the Norwegian government has implemented a number of policies and incentives to encourage the adoption of electric vehicles, such as providing tax breaks and other financial incentives for electric vehicle buyers, and installing a network of charging stations throughout the country.

In addition, the availability of a wide range of electric vehicle models in Norway has also contributed to the high adoption rate. Many major automakers offer electric versions of their popular models in the Norwegian market, and there are also several smaller automakers that specialize in electric vehicles. Tesla, in particular, has had a strong presence in the Norwegian market and has consistently been one of the top-selling electric vehicle brands in the country.

Overall, the shift towards electric vehicles in Norway has been driven by a combination of government policies, consumer demand, and the availability of a wide range of electric vehicle models.

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