Norway updates EV incentive structures in 2026, implements EU GSR2 Phase 3 safety requirements via the EEA agreement, expands zero-emission zones in major cities, and introduces updated speed enforcement technology on national roads.
Environmental zones
Before
Extensive EV benefitsEVs exempt from purchase tax, reduced toll rates (up to 50% discount), free municipal parking, and bus lane access in some areas
After (2026)
Phased reduction of benefitsEV toll discounts reduced to maximum 30% of regular rate; weight-based purchase fee introduced for heaviest EVs over 2,000kg; free parking phased out in Oslo and Bergen
Safety rules
Before
Basic ADAS requiredSince July 2024, new cars required ISA, AEB, lane-keeping assistance, and drowsiness detection as part of EEA agreement
After (2026)
Camera-based distraction monitoring mandatoryAll new cars must have Advanced Driver Distraction Warning (ADDW) with in-cabin camera detecting driver inattention, phone use, or drowsiness
Environmental zones
Before
Limited zero-emission areasZero-emission requirements applied mainly to city buses and some delivery vehicles in Oslo city center
After (2026)
Expanded zero-emission zonesOslo expands zero-emission zone to cover larger city center area; Bergen introduces zero-emission zone for commercial vehicles; diesel vehicles face restrictions during high-pollution periods
Speed limits
Before
Point speed camerasTraditional speed cameras measured speed at a single point; drivers often braked only at camera locations
After (2026)
Average speed enforcement expandedNew average speed camera sections (streknings-ATK) installed on 15 additional national road segments; cameras measure average speed over several kilometers
Penalties & fines
Before
NOK 5,000 fineFixed fine of NOK 5,000 for using mobile phone while driving
After (2026)
NOK 7,000 fine + 3 penalty pointsFine increased to NOK 7,000 and 3 penalty points added to driving record; repeat offenders face license suspension
Yes. Norway is phasing down EV incentives as electric cars now make up over 90% of new car sales. Toll discounts are reduced to a maximum 30% of the regular rate (from 50%). The heaviest EVs over 2,000kg now pay a weight-based purchase fee. Free parking for EVs is ending in Oslo and Bergen.
Oslo is expanding its zero-emission zone in the city center from March 2026, and Bergen is introducing one for commercial vehicles. In these areas, only zero-emission vehicles (electric, hydrogen) are permitted. Diesel vehicles may also face restrictions during high-pollution periods.
Norway's streknings-ATK system photographs your vehicle at two points and calculates average speed over the distance. If your average exceeds the limit, you receive a fine automatically. Slowing down at camera locations doesn't help - you must maintain the speed limit throughout the section.
From 2026, the fine is NOK 7,000 (approximately €600) plus 3 penalty points on your driving record. With Norway's 8-point system, one phone violation takes nearly 40% of your points. Repeat offenses can lead to license suspension.
All rule changes are sourced from official government transport agencies and legal publications. AutoviaTest is an independent educational platform and is not affiliated with any government agency. Rules may be subject to change before their effective dates.
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