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EVs and hybrids gain traction, but China's BYD edges out Tesla for market share

Europeans are pissed at Tesla and BYD is eating its lunch.

Tesla’s sales freefall in Europe continues. The American automaker’s sales declined by 40% in July, while BYD’s increased by 225%....

Actual overseas market share stands at just 4.0%.

Tesla's troubles across the pond in Europe are worsening. Per the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association, Tesla EV registrations (a proxy for sales) in Europe fell to just 8,837 units in July, a 40.2% drop compared to a year ago. Meanwhile, overall EV registrations in the region, which includes the UK and the European Free Trade Association, rose 33.6% in July, with overall registrations up 5.9%.

Over the past few years, the Tesla Model Y has dominated the global market as the best-selling electric vehicle.  However, it now faces a powerful new rival in

Tesla has started listing official accessories for the newly launched Model Y L on its Chinese online shop, giving buyers a first look at the kinds of add-ons available for the extended, family-focused SUV. All of the items are currently marked as “Coming soon.” The Model Y L launched in China last week, starting at | Tesla has started listing official accessories for the newly launched Model Y L on its Chinese online shop, giving buyers a first look at the kinds of add-ons available for the extended, family-focused SUV. All of the items are currently marked as “Coming soon.” The Model Y L launched in China last week, starting at

An Australian family was stunned by the response to their BYD Atto 3 EV failure, after the battery inside the electric car failed at 100km/h (60mph)