Norway to ban petrol cars from ‘zero emission zones’

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🗞️ Driving the news: Norway is set to ban petrol cars from "zero emission zones" in major cities like Oslo, Bergen, and Trondheim to accelerate EV adoption, particularly for vans and trucks
• The government is pushing new laws allowing cities to establish these zones
• Exceptions for passenger cars may be considered

🔭 The context: While 96% of new cars sold in Norway last month were electric, petrol and diesel vehicles still account for two-thirds of those on the road
• Electrification of commercial transport has lagged, with 70% of vans still running on diesel
• The new policy aligns with Oslo’s broader "car-free liveability" plan, which aims to reduce motor vehicles in urban areas

🌍 Why it matters for the planet: Norway’s move reinforces its leadership in EV adoption and urban sustainability
• If successful, these measures could serve as a model for other cities worldwide aiming to cut transport emissions
• Similar policies are being explored in London, Paris, and Amsterdam

⏭️ What's next: The Norwegian Public Roads Administration will draft laws for public consultation, with implementation expected soon
• Opposition parties argue the plan could unfairly impact petrol and diesel car owners
• Other European cities may follow Norway’s lead in expanding zero-emission zones

💬 One quote: “Electrification in goods and commercial transport has not progressed as far as for passenger cars.” – Jon-Ivar Nygård, Norway’s transport minister

📈 One stat: 96% of new cars registered in Norway last month were battery-powered

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