We’re Not in Norway, China, or California, But EVs (Mainly Teslas) Are Swarming in Utah - CleanTechnica

The article highlights the growing presence of electric vehicles (EVs), predominantly Teslas, in Utah, particularly in Utah County and Salt Lake City, despite the state's relatively modest EV market share of about 10% of new car sales in 2024. While countries like Norway lead globally with nearly 97–98% of new cars being electric and China and California each around 25%, Utah's EV adoption is slower but visibly increasing. The author notes that although new car sales data may not fully represent the total EV fleet on the road, EVs tend to be driven more frequently than gasoline cars due to lower operating costs, making them more noticeable. Personal observations and photos from the author and editor reveal clusters of Teslas in neighborhoods, congregations, and local intersections, indicating a strong local enthusiasm for EVs. Tesla models 3 and Y dominate the landscape, with occasional sightings of other EV brands like Rivian, Ford Mustang Mach-E, and Nissan LEAFs, though Teslas remain