Norway Moves Closer to the Elimination of ICE Vehicles
Norway has moved closer to eliminating internal combustion engine vehicles from its new car market, achieving penetration levels that position the country on the brink of becoming the first to effectively phase out gasoline and diesel automobiles entirely. The transformation rests on a foundation of financial carrots rather than regulatory sticks. Deputy Transport Minister Cecilie Knibe Kroglund has emphasized that the country's results derive from sustained purchase incentives for battery-powered automobiles rather than outright prohibitions on traditional engines. This carrot-based strategy has delivered superior outcomes compared to heavy-handed regulatory frameworks deployed elsewhere across Europe. Impending tax adjustments triggered a dramatic buying spree in the final weeks of 2025. Purchasers…
