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BYD Overtakes Tesla in European EV Registrations for the First Time

The Chinese automaker registered 7,231 battery-electric vehicles in April 2025, narrowly surpassing Tesla’s 7,165 and marking a pivotal shift in the European electric vehicle market.

BYD überholt Tesla bei E-Auto-Neuzulassungen in Europa
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Eine Person macht Fotos mit einem Smartphone von einem Screen mit einem BYD ATTO 2, während einer Präsentation von BYD Elektrofahrzeugen.
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Overview

  • BYD achieved 169% year-on-year growth in European battery-electric vehicle registrations in April 2025, while Tesla experienced a nearly 50% decline.
  • Including plug-in hybrids, BYD’s total registrations rose by 359%, further solidifying its lead over Tesla.
  • BYD’s European expansion strategy includes a second factory under construction to localize production and reduce tariff impacts.
  • Analysts describe BYD’s rise as a turning point in the European automotive market, reflecting shifting competitive dynamics and technological advancements.
  • Tesla’s decline is attributed to an aging product lineup and reputational challenges linked to CEO Elon Musk’s political controversies.