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Norway established a goal for all new automobiles sold to be electric by 2025, a decade ahead of the European Union. With the aid of subsidies and incentives, the Nordic country is nearing the realization of its goal, so what can others learn from it? Norway has emerged as the paradigm for the shift towards electric vehicles (EVs). Last year, official government statistics indicated that nearly nine out of every ten cars sold were electric. In 2023, which is the most recent year for which data is available, the global adoption rate for electric vehicles was just 18%, according to the International Energy Agency. The Nordic nation has shown remarkable dedication to addressing climate change, instilled by firm government policies, a solid infrastructure framework, and a public densely supportive of the efforts. Norway plans for all new passenger cars sold in the country to be zero-emission vehicles by the end of this year, which places it a decade ahead of its goal to...

The Cupra Tavascan is a VW ID.5 with attitude. Above all, this electric SUV has a lot of intensity in its most powerful VZ version. It even has a trim level labelled Adrénaline, which clearly indicates its ambitions. As the year drew to a close in 2024, the cold weather didn't deter me from holding onto the Cupra Tavascan VZ Adrénaline. Firstly, it's equipped with all-wheel drive courtesy of its pair of electric motors. Additionally, its 77kWh battery (82kWh gross) is optimized for exterior design to ensure a smooth driving experience with a long range. The result is a vehicle with 340hp (250kW) divided between a 286hp rear motor, which leads the pack, and a 109hp front motor. When riding in everyday conditions, the Tavascan VZ functions primarily as a rear-wheel drive. However, during intense acceleration and spirited driving, the front motor is engaged, bringing balance to the vehicle and mitigating the tendency for the rear to feel uncontrolled. But let's not ...