Overview
- Tesla's global vehicle deliveries dropped 13% in Q1 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, with European sales declining by 50%.
- Key markets like France, Sweden, and Denmark saw sales fall by over 50%, reflecting a sharp loss of market share to competitors.
- Elon Musk's controversial political actions, including his leadership of a U.S. government department and support for far-right groups, are damaging Tesla's reputation and sales.
- Protests, vandalism, and arson targeting Tesla vehicles and facilities have surged, with incidents reported in Europe and North America.
- Tesla's stock price fell over 6% on April 2, 2025, as investor concerns grow over its aging product lineup and intensifying competition from Chinese and European automakers.