Electric vehicles are revolutionizing international transportation and are no longer a fad. The IEA Global EV Outlook 2025 states that record-breaking sales in Europe and North America, as well as China’s enormous fleets, demonstrate how EV adoption has accelerated globally.
The Top 10 nations with the largest fleets of electric vehicles in 2025 are highlighted in this article, along with information on government incentives, growth-promoting policies, and EV fleet sizes. These markets are changing mobility for the future, whether it’s China’s hegemony, the U.S.’s surge with Tesla and tax credits, or Norway’s world-leading per-capita adoption.
 Country-by-Country Breakdown
🇨🇳 China – 20.4 Million EVs
With more than 20 million electric vehicles on the road, China is without a doubt the leader in electric vehicles. Over 11 million EVs were sold in 2024 alone, accounting for almost half of all new car sales. This growth is driven by aggressive subsidies, trade-in bonuses of up to CNY 20,000, and powerful domestic brands like SAIC and BYD.
🇺🇸 United States – 7 Million EVs
the United States comes in second, With 7 million plug-in cars. it sold 1.6 million EVs in 2024. Although growth slowed somewhat, demand for reasonably priced EV models remained high. With the help of federal charging infrastructure plans, new tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act, and Tesla’s dominance,
🇩🇪 Germany – 1.4 Million EVs
With 1.4 million plug-ins, Germany is the largest EV market in Europe. In 2023, there were more than 500,000 new BEV registrations. Sales share, however, decreased from 30% in 2022 to 25% in 2023, indicating the need for consistent incentives.
🇫🇷 France – 1.3–1.4 Million EVs
France backs EV adoption with its bonus-malus policy, encouraging clean car purchases. It aims to phase out fossil fuel cars by 2040, while investing heavily in charging infrastructure.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom – 1.3 Million EVs
The UK has around 1.3 million EVs on the road, with nearly 1 in 4 new cars sold being electric. Incentive cuts have slowed growth, but the wider range of affordable EV models continues to attract buyers.
🇳🇴 Norway – 0.9 Million EVs
Norway leads globally per capita, with almost 95% of new car sales in 2024 being electric. Nearly all its electricity is renewable, making EV adoption a natural fit.
🇳🇱 Netherlands – 0.56 Million EVs
The Netherlands has 560,000 EVs and continues to push toward sustainability with subsidies and infrastructure investments. Around 30% of new cars sold in 2023 were electric.
🇸🇪 Sweden – 0.55 Million EVs
Sweden counts 550,000 EVs and a strong 39.8% market share for EVs in late 2023. Supportive policies and rising consumer interest keep demand high.
🇨🇦 Canada – 0.55 Million EVs
Canada’s EV adoption reached 9.4% of new car sales in early 2023. Federal rebates and expanding charging networks are driving momentum, though growth is slower than Europe’s leaders.
🇰🇷 South Korea – 0.5 Million EVs
South Korea closes the top 10 with 500,000 EVs. Local automakers like Hyundai and Kia are expanding their EV lineups, positioning the country for strong future growth.
List of the Top 10 Countries with the Largest Electric Car Fleets (End of 2024)
| Rank | Country | Approx. EV Fleet (BEV + PHEV) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | 20.4 million |
| 2 | United States | 7.0 million |
| 3 | Germany | 1.4 million |
| 4 | France | 1.3–1.4 million |
| 5 | United Kingdom | 1.3 million |
| 6 | Norway | 0.9 million |
| 7 | Netherlands | 0.56 million |
| 8 | Sweden | 0.55 million |
| 9 | Canada | 0.55 million |
| 10 | South Korea | 0.5 million |
(Figures rounded; Source: IEA Global EV Outlook 2025, via Our World in Data)
Conclusion: Who Leads the EV Race in 2025?
China, the United States, and Europe dominate the global EV market, with Norway leading the world in terms of per capita sales. While new players like Canada, South Korea, and India (which is growing quickly) are catching up, markets like Sweden and the Netherlands demonstrate how policies can spur quick adoption.
Adoption of EVs is now required; it is the standard for mobility in the future.
FAQs on Global EV Adoption
1. Which country has the most electric cars in 2025?
 China, with more than 20 million EVs.
2. Which country has the highest EV sales per capita?
 Norway, where 95% of new cars sold in 2024 were electric.
3. How many EVs are in the U.S. in 2025?
About 7 million plug-in cars.
4. Which European country is the EV leader?
Germany leads in fleet size, while Norway leads per capita.
5. Is India in the top 10 for EVs?
 Not yet, but EV sales are rising due to local production and government incentives.
