Overview

• Tesla delivered 336,681 vehicles globally in Q1 2025, a 13% year-over-year decline, with significant losses in Europe and China.
• Production fell 16% during the quarter, attributed to a Model Y upgrade that temporarily halted manufacturing.
• Elon Musk's political alignment with Donald Trump and far-right European parties has led to protests, boycotts, and reputational damage for Tesla.
• Tesla faces growing competition in the electric vehicle market, particularly in China, where rivals are advancing technologically.
• Following the release of weaker-than-expected Q1 results, Tesla's stock dropped over 4% in pre-market trading, reflecting investor concerns.