Summary
- Norway had a total of 12,966 passenger car sales in September 2024, with 12,495 being battery electric vehicles (BEVs)
- Tesla had over 4,000 vehicle registrations in Norway in September, making it the most successful car brand in the country
- Norway’s electric vehicle sector continues to grow, with an 88% share of electric vehicles year-to-date
- The Model Y and Model 3 from Tesla were the best-selling vehicles in Norway in September, with over 2,000 registrations each
- Norway is on track to meet its goal of having all new passenger cars be zero-emission vehicles by 2025
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Norway saw a significant increase in electric vehicle sales in September 2024, with a total of 12,966 passenger car sales, of which 12,495 were battery electric vehicles (BEVs). This means that 96.4% of all passenger car sales in Norway last month were BEVs, with Tesla leading the market with 4,210 registrations. Tesla celebrated this milestone on social media, stating that one-third of all new cars registered in Norway in September were Teslas.
The country’s Road Traffic Information Council (OFV) noted that September 2024 was a record month for Norway’s electric vehicle sector, with an 88% share of electric vehicles year-to-date. Norway has a goal for all new passenger cars from January 1, 2025 onwards to be zero-emission vehicles. OFV Director Øyvind Solberg Thorsen commended the public for supporting the transition to electric cars, stating that the 2025 target may be within reach with an electric car share of over 96% of new car sales in September.
The dominance of Tesla’s Model Y and Model 3 in Norway’s auto sector was highlighted by the OFV, with the Model Y seeing 2,107 registrations and the Model 3 reaching 2,067 registrations in September. These two Teslas became the best and second-best-selling vehicles in the country during the month, surpassing competitors like the Volvo EX30 and the Skoda Enyaq. The gap between Tesla’s mainstream vehicles and other electric cars in Norway was notable, showcasing the popularity of Tesla in the country’s market.
The success of electric vehicles in Norway in September was also attributed to a large shipment of Teslas that arrived during the month, further boosting sales. This not only helped Tesla maintain its lead in the market but also contributed to the overall increase in EV sales. With the Model Y and Model 3 leading the sales charts, Norway’s transition to electric vehicles is progressing rapidly, with the 2025 goal of zero-emission vehicles becoming more achievable.
The electric car revolution in Norway is a result of both government incentives and consumer demand for clean transportation. As the country continues to prioritize electric vehicles over traditional gasoline and diesel cars, the market share of BEVs is expected to grow even further. With Tesla leading the way in EV sales and dominating the market with its popular models, Norway is on track to meet its ambitious goals of reducing emissions and transitioning to a sustainable transportation system. The success of Tesla in Norway serves as a model for other countries looking to accelerate their shift towards electric mobility and reduce their carbon footprint.
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