Denmark's EV surge leads to higher charging costs and fuel‑pump cutbacks

Rapid growth of electric vehicles in Denmark has pushed the share of EVs to about 20 % of all passenger cars by March 2026, with forecasts that EVs will account for roughly 80 % of new car sales in mid‑2026. The increase in EV numbers makes charging a major household expense. Spot prices on the Nord Pool market swing dramatically over the day, making evening charging up to 50 % more expensive than night charging, while time‑differentiated network tariffs further amplify the cost difference.

Energy providers such as OK Energi advise users to install timed charging stations to avoid peak‑price periods. At the same time, Denmark’s fuel‑pump landscape is changing: around 2,000‑2,200 service stations remain, but many are repurposing pump bays for fast chargers. Companies like DCC Energi (Shell) have been replacing gasoline dispensers with EV charge points, and some sites now serve only electric vehicles. The number of public charging points rose to 51,090 by March 2026—a 35 % increase from December 2024—including 6,920 rapid chargers, according to Dansk e‑Mobilitet.