2023-11-11 17:04:48
Norway can be an envied country for many in many ways. One such aspect is, for example, the use of electric cars. In recent years, the number of electric-powered cars has already exceeded the number of gasoline and diesel cars. This is due to the fact that the Norwegian state gave extremely substantial support to the purchase of an electric car and built a serious charging network. However, Norwegian society is now starting to realize that the proliferation of electric cars on such a large scale may not necessarily have only good effects. Norway’s example can be a good lesson for other countries too Years ago, public transport in the Scandinavian country was one of the cheapest, but thanks to large subsidies, it is now more worthwhile to use electric cars than public transport. The impact of electric vehicles on public transport is a particular concern for Norwegian cities. One of the main pillars of local mobility strategies was to increase passenger traffic on public transport. For example, Bergen opened its first tramway in 2010, and Trondheim completely renovated its bus fleet in 2019. However, as generous electric car subsidies made driving cheaper, public transport became uncompetitive. In addition, subsidies reduced the budget available for mobility projects. These projects were largely paid for by road tolls or congestion charges. The government then exempted electric cars from these fees. Norwegian city leaders, however, are still making significant efforts to encourage people to get out of their cars and reduce traffic. Oslo, the country’s capital, has built thousands of bike lanes, widened sidewalks, and eliminated parking spaces. All in all, it’s not a huge problem, but it’s a warning that using public transport is still more environmentally friendly than driving any vehicle.
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