Norway Sets New Record with 97% EV Market Share in April 2025
First published onEuro EV Show ↗
Norway, May 2, 2025: Norway has reached an extraordinary new benchmark in the journey toward sustainable transport. In April 2025, 97% of all newly registered passenger cars in the country were fully electric vehicles, a historic record that underscores Norway’s global leadership in clean mobility.
According to official figures from the Norwegian Road Federation (OFV), 10,942 new battery-electric vehicles were sold in a single month. This not only reflects overwhelming consumer demand but also confirms the effectiveness of Norway’s long-term EV strategy. Plug-in hybrids and traditional hybrids accounted for just a sliver of the market, while petrol and diesel vehicles have nearly disappeared from the new car landscape.
In a first for any country worldwide, the Top 30 best-selling vehicles in April were all fully electric. The Tesla Model Y topped the list, followed by the Volkswagen ID.4, Toyota bZ4X, Volkswagen ID.7, and Volkswagen ID.3, showcasing a healthy mix of domestic European and global brands competing in a vibrant EV marketplace.
This achievement highlights not just consumer enthusiasm, but also the impact of long-standing national policies, including tax exemptions, toll-free access, free public parking for EVs, and widespread investment in public and home charging infrastructure. Norway’s integrated approach has helped normalise electric driving across urban, suburban, and rural areas.
Even company fleets are transitioning rapidly to electric, contributing to the reduction in transport emissions and helping businesses meet their sustainability goals. The growing availability of affordable EV models with extended range and rapid charging capabilities has further accelerated adoption.
Norway’s near-total shift to electric vehicles in April 2025 stands as a milestone in Europe’s clean mobility journey. With a record-setting 97% EV market share, the country has proven that comprehensive policy support, strong infrastructure, and consumer readiness can drive large-scale adoption.
