UPDATE: Norway has shattered records with an astonishing 97.5% of new car sales in 2025 being electric vehicles (EVs), officially surpassing diesel cars on its roads. The latest data from Norway’s transport statistics agency, OFV, reveals that the country registered 179,549 new passenger cars, with 172,232 of those being fully electric. This milestone marks a significant step toward Norway’s ambitious target to end fossil fuel vehicle sales by 2025—a goal that now seems within reach.
The surge in EV sales is a direct response to the upcoming reduction of government incentives for pricier electric vehicles. Earlier this year, Norway announced changes to its incentive structure, prompting a rush to purchase EVs before the cuts take effect. As a result, Tesla emerged as the top-selling car brand in Norway for 2025, capturing 19.1% of the market. The Tesla Model Y dominated sales, selling more than three times the units of its closest competitor, the VW ID.4.
December 2025 witnessed an even more remarkable statistic: 97.6% of cars sold that month were electric, highlighting a significant shift in consumer behavior. With just 487 gasoline-powered vehicles sold, only 1.3% of new cars registered used traditional fossil fuels. The last month of the year brought a clear message: Norway is moving toward a future dominated by electric mobility.
In a landmark development, electric cars have now outnumbered diesel vehicles on Norway’s roads. As of early December, EVs constituted 31.78% of the total vehicle fleet, while diesels accounted for 31.76%. This shift represents a critical victory in Norway’s efforts to promote cleaner transportation options.
Despite these achievements, officials caution that the journey is far from over. Geir Inge Stokke, director of OFV, emphasized that “two out of three passenger cars on the road still run on fossil fuels.” He urged continued efforts to convince drivers of conventional vehicles to make the switch to electric alternatives. Regions like remote Finnmark, where only 86% of new car sales were electric, highlight the challenges that remain.
As Norway celebrates this achievement, it faces the potential for a sales slowdown in the upcoming months due to the new incentive structure. However, with the majority of new car sales now electric, the future of Norway’s automotive landscape looks increasingly green.
The global community watches Norway’s progress closely as it sets a precedent for electric vehicle adoption. As more countries aim to transition to cleaner transportation, Norway’s model of setting clear goals and adhering to them serves as an inspiring example.
Stay tuned for more updates on Norway’s push toward a sustainable future.
