How did Norway reach 97% EV new car sales?

Tax exemptions on VAT, CO2, weight. Perks like bus lanes, free parking, cheap ferries. Long-term push before tech ripened.

Why is Norway pulling back EV incentives ?

Success overload: EVs compete with buses, car use rises. Cheaper drives fill roads.

Unlikely without strong taxes, commitment, and geography fit. Works for cold climates, dense traffic — not everywhere.

🌱 Sustainability & ESG

Norwegians now buy EVs at 97% clip. Gas? Relic. But success means more cars, fatter traffic — and a rethink on public transit.

Supply Chain Beat Apr 11, 2026 3 min read

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Originally reported by IEEE Spectrum Transportation