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**While the electric vehicle giant faces a sales slump and reputational headwinds across the EU, Norway tells a story of unprecedented success, offering key lessons for the future of mobility.**

Electric vehicle titan Tesla is navigating a sharply divided European market, shattering all-time sales records in Norway while its registrations plummet across much of the European Union.
This divergence offers a critical glimpse into the global EV landscape, highlighting the powerful role of government policy and consumer sentiment—factors that will inevitably shape Kenya's own path toward electric mobility.
In Norway, a global leader in EV adoption, Tesla sold more cars in the first 11 months of 2025 than any brand has ever sold in a full year. Sales surged 34.6% year-to-date, according to the Norwegian Road Federation (OFV), with the Model Y and Model 3 leading as the country's best-selling vehicles.
The story is starkly different in the rest of Europe. According to the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA), Tesla's sales in the EU dropped significantly in the first 10 months of the year. In major markets like France, Sweden, and Denmark, November registrations fell by over 50% compared to the previous year.
Analysts point to a combination of factors fueling this split performance. Norway's success is heavily linked to its long-standing and generous government incentives for electric vehicles, which have made EVs the default choice for new car buyers. However, many of these incentives are scheduled to be tightened, prompting a rush of purchases before the deadline.
Across the wider European market, Tesla faces a tougher road for several reasons:
For Kenya, which is in the early stages of its EV transition, Norway's journey provides a powerful case study on how targeted incentives can accelerate adoption. Yet, Tesla's broader European struggles serve as a reminder that in a competitive global market, brand perception and continuous innovation are just as crucial as policy.
As Nairobi continues to develop its e-mobility policies, the tale of Tesla's two Europes offers a clear lesson: building a sustainable EV market requires more than just available technology; it demands a deep understanding of local economic drivers and consumer trust.
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