- UAAGI Auto Group reported selling 112 units of the battery-electric Radar RD6 pickup in June, a significant increase from 44 units in May, indicating growing interest in electrified pickups.
- Competitors like BYD and Dongfeng are entering this expanding market, fueled by demand for lower operating costs and reduced emissions, though diesel pickups remain dominant.
- The RD6 features advanced specifications, including a vehicle-to-load capability and a competitive pricing strategy, while the company is enhancing its dealer network and offering extensive warranties to establish the brand in the Philippines.
- In Q2 2026, plugin EVs accounted for 98.1% of new car sales in Norway, with BEVs at 97.4% and PHEVs at 0.6%.
- The Tesla Model Y was the top-selling BEV, followed by the Toyota Urban Cruiser and Volkswagen ID.4.
- Despite tightening VAT exemptions influencing sales strategies, Norway's EV market remains diverse, with new models debuting to challenge in the affordable segment.