Norway is leading the way for a transition to zero emissions in transportation. Beginning in 2025, all cars sold in the country must be zero-emission, meaning electric or hydrogen. By the end of 2025, 95.5% of all new passenger cars sold were fully electric. Part of the country’s success is the incentives they offer. Here are just some of the incentives that Norway offers to EV owners:
• No sales/import tax on EVs.
• No road tax.
• Ferry fares are 50% off for EV drivers.
• Toll roads only charge 50% for EV drivers.
• Free municipal parking.
• Free access to bus lanes.
• Free charging stations for people living in apartment buildings.
For longer distance trips, a well-organized charging network has been put in place. There are fast charging stations on all main roads in Norway. As of middle of 2026, nearly 11,000 cars can fast-charge at the same time. Norway seems to be doing everything right, which is why the majority of their citizens drive electric vehicles.
