Etiqueta: France

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

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%.

The slowdown comes despite strong growth in Europe’s EV market, where battery-electric registrations jumped 24% this year.

Tesla's European Market Woes and BYD's Ascendancy: A Strategic Shift in the Global EV Landscape

Tesla Sales in Europe Outstripped by Chinese Rival BYD Amid Sluggish Demand and Musk's Tarnished Reputation

Tesla continues to struggle in Europe as rival BYD grows sales by 225%, BYD also claims top spot in global EV market in Q2 2025.

By Mauro Orru BYD sold more cars in Europe than Tesla once again last month, a sign that Elon Musk's electric-vehicle maker continues to face stiff competition from its Chinese rival as it...

The Shifting EV Power Dynamics in Europe: Why BYD Is Outpacing Tesla and What It Means for Investors

New car sales in Europe rose 5.9% in July as a jump in Germany outweighed drops in Britain, France and Italy, European Automobile Manufacturers Association data showed on Thursday. Tesla lost market share for a seventh consecutive month despite a rise in overall sales of electric cars, and trailed competitor BYD, which was included in the monthly sales data for the first time. WHY IT'S IMPORTANT Domestic carmakers such as Volkswagen are studying new launches to fend off Chinese competitors in Europe's growing EV market and comply in a profitable manner with regulations that encourage adoption of the vehicles.

BYD leads global NEV sales, Tesla falls behind with declining sales. BYD sets records in India and plans expansion into Europe.