Denmark's Electric Car Fleet Surpasses Half a Million Mark Amidst Rapid Growth

Historic Milestone Achieved

Denmark's electric vehicle (EV) fleet has officially surpassed the half-a-million mark, a significant achievement reported by industry group Mobility Denmark on October 24, 2025. This milestone reflects an impressive growth of over 200,000 electric cars in just over a year, according to figures from bilstatistik.dk. The rapid adoption underscores Denmark's commitment to green transportation and its leading position in Europe's shift towards electric mobility.

Rapid Growth and Market Dominance

The surge in electric car registrations highlights a transformative period for Denmark's automotive market. In the first half of 2025, nearly 64% of all newly registered cars were electric, totaling 57,171 units and representing a 47% increase compared to the same period last year. Among private buyers, the preference for electric vehicles was even more pronounced, with almost 82% of new private registrations being electric in the first six months of 2025. This follows a pivotal year in 2024, when electric vehicles accounted for 51.5% of all new car sales, with battery electric vehicles (BEVs) specifically exceeding a 50% market share.

Driving Factors: Policy and Infrastructure

Several key factors have fueled this remarkable growth. Mads Rørvig, CEO of Mobility Denmark, noted that 'strong political interest in promoting the green transition' and 'favorable tax conditions' have been crucial. Purchasers of BEVs benefit from paying only 40% of the standard registration tax through 2025, coupled with an additional deduction of DKK 165,000 (approximately €22,000), which often results in minimal or no registration tax. This rate is set to gradually increase to 100% by 2035. Tax breaks on BEV cars have proven effective in driving sales.

Alongside policy support, significant advancements in charging infrastructure have played a vital role. Denmark recorded the highest growth in public direct current (DC) fast chargers in Europe during the first quarter of 2025, with a 104% increase compared to the same period in 2024. In 2024 alone, DC fast chargers saw a 90% increase in outlets, and AC charging outlets grew by 41%. The government has earmarked DKK 92.5 million from 2023 to 2025 for co-financing charging stations in housing associations. Recent developments include the expansion of PowerGo's network with over 300 new charging points in the Jutland region in June 2025 , and the launch of Denmark's first megawatt charging station for trucks in September 2025. These efforts address 'range anxiety' and make electric cars more accessible and convenient for consumers.

Looking Ahead: Ambitious Targets

The momentum is expected to continue, with Mobility Denmark predicting that BEVs will constitute over 70% of new car sales in 2025. The Danish government's 2020 agreement set a target of 775,000 electric cars by 2030, with an overarching ambition of reaching one million zero- or low-emission cars by the same year. Mobility Denmark anticipates that the 775,000 target will be met soon and advocates for even more ambitious goals. The projected growth of the Danish EV fleet is set to reach 1.6 million vehicles by 2030, aligning with EU regulations that project 100% zero-emission passenger vehicle sales by 2035.