Norway set another monthly record in September 2026. According to the Norwegian Road Federation (OFV), 18,733 new passenger cars were registered, 30.7% more than a year earlier, and 98.8% of them were battery-electric. The figures, published on October 1, 2026, show the market has now caught up with last year after a weak start.
Key Takeaways
- Norway registered 18,733 new cars in September 2026, up 30.7%.
- 98.8% of them were battery-electric, a new monthly record.
- The market is now 1.7% ahead of 2025 year to date.
- Daily charging demand keeps moving to homes, workplaces and shared car parks.
Key Figures
| Indicator | September 2026 |
|---|---|
| New passenger cars | 18,733 (+30.7% year on year) |
| Battery-electric share | 98.8% (record) |
| Year-to-date market | 1.7% larger than 2025 |
| Leading brand share | 26.3%, down from 33.7% a year earlier |
What Changes
With almost every new car now electric, the debate in Norway has shifted from sales to infrastructure. Each month adds thousands of vehicles that need a place to charge, at home, at work or on the road. OFV also reports that eight of the ten largest brands increased their registrations, and that the market has become more fragmented, with several newer brands gaining share.
For charging, that matters because a wider mix of vehicles means a wider mix of onboard chargers and battery sizes. Sites have to serve cars that accept 11 kW AC alongside cars that take much higher DC power.
What It Means
Norway is a preview of what other European markets will face. When nearly all new cars are electric, residential and workplace AC charging carry most of the daily energy, while fast chargers handle travel peaks. Housing associations, employers and parking operators need reliable, networked AC points with load management. For three-phase sites, our EV-ACT3204PE 22 kW wallbox (RFID and app, CE) and the EV-AC03201T dual-connector AC station (two Type 2 connectors, OCPP 1.6J, RFID) are built for this kind of shared parking. Distributors serving the Nordic market can learn more through our distributor program.
Related Reading
- EV Charging News: BEVs Take 30.5% of August Sales Across 16 European Markets as Norway Hits 98.7%
- What Is EV Charger Load Balancing? How Multi-Charger Sites Share Power
- Can I Install a 22kW Charger at Home?
