Tag: Tesla

6Jan By M.ChenNo Comments
EV & Electric Cars, News

BYD Leads China’s EV Sales in 2025 Despite December Decline

Chinese automaker BYD delivered over 4.54 million electric vehicles (EVs) across the country for all of 2025, solidifying its position as a leader in the market despite experiencing a significant decline in sales during December compared to the previous year.Key TakeawaysBYD's total EV deliveries reached over 4.54 million units for 2025, outperforming Tesla’s China wholesales of 735,274 vehicles.New entrants Leapmotor and Xpeng led growth in the Chinese EV market with their affordable models.BYD's December sales dropped sharply from a year earlier amid intense competition.Beyond BYD’s impressive numbers for 2025, Tesla saw its China wholesales total just over 735,000 units. This leaves the American company trailing behind Chinese rivals in terms of overall market share and sales volume.Sta...
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Tesla’s Q4 2025 Numbers Show Energy Storage Growth Amid Vehicle Delivery Dip
4Jan By E.WilsonNo Comments
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Tesla’s Q4 2025 Numbers Show Energy Storage Growth Amid Vehicle Delivery Dip

Tesla reported its financials for the fourth quarter of 2025, revealing a significant drop in vehicle deliveries but impressive growth in energy storage deployment. The company delivered nearly half a million fewer vehicles compared to Q4 2024, while setting new records with their battery products.Key TakeawaysTesla's vehicle deliveries fell by 15.6% year-over-year in Q4 2025 to 418,277 units.The company deployed a record-breaking 14.2 GWh of energy storage products during the quarter.Total battery sales for the year reached an all-time high at 46.7 GWh in 2025.Despite delivering fewer vehicles this past quarter, Tesla's energy business continued to thrive. The company has been focusing more on renewable and sustainable solutions, which seems to be paying off with their battery storage pro...
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Tesla Cybertruck Gets Bench Seat Upgrade, But Sales Lag Behind Expectations
4Jan By M.ChenNo Comments
EV & Electric Cars, News, Pickup Trucks

Tesla Cybertruck Gets Bench Seat Upgrade, But Sales Lag Behind Expectations

Tesla recently modified the interior of its unique Cybertruck to include a bench seat up front, addressing a long-standing request from owners who wanted it to match other full-size pickups. This change comes as Tesla continues to face challenges with underwhelming sales despite high demand.Key TakeawaysTesla added bench seating in the front of its Cybertruck, a feature initially planned but later dropped.The modification aims to improve passenger comfort and match competitor offerings like Ford F-150 and Chevrolet Silverado.Sales have been sluggish since 2023 due to high pricing that's priced out many potential buyers.While the addition of a front bench seat in the Cybertruck is welcome news for some owners, it doesn't address the vehicle’s main issue: affordability. When first released, ...
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BYD Surpasses Tesla as World’s Top EV Maker in 2025
4Jan By S.MartinezNo Comments
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BYD Surpasses Tesla as World’s Top EV Maker in 2025

Chinese automaker BYD has dethroned Elon Musk’s electric vehicle (EV) empire, with sales of over two million battery-powered vehicles last year. This achievement comes at a time when Tesla is struggling to maintain its market lead.Key TakeawaysBYD sold 2 million EVs in 2025, surpassing Tesla's sales of 1.64 million unitsTesla’s deliveries fell by 9 percent due to the end of federal subsidies and a lackluster response from lower-priced modelsBYD is now expanding beyond China into markets like the UK where it saw an incredible 880% sales increaseBYD's triumph isn't just about numbers. The company has been quietly building up its global presence and product lineup, offering a wide range of EVs that appeal to different segments of car buyers.And while Tesla’s brand has long relied on the chari...
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4Jan By S.MartinezNo Comments
EV & Electric Cars, News

Tesla’s Q4 Delivery Numbers: A Step Forward in 2026

Tesla just released its fourth-quarter delivery numbers, and while the results weren't a home run by any means, they're not looking like a strikeout either. According to Dan Ives of Wedbush, Tesla's Q4 deliveries of 418,227 vehicles are better than feared but still underwhelming.Key TakeawaysTesla delivered 418,227 cars in Q4 and produced 434,358 units.The company's full-year deliveries reached 1.6 million vehicles with production at 1.7 million.Despite challenges like the loss of tax credits, analysts see room for growth heading into 2026.Tesla ended up delivering nearly four thousand fewer cars than industry experts had expected, but it's still a solid showing considering all the headwinds they've been facing. And with energy deployments hitting an impressive 46.7 GWh for the year, there...
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3Jan By M.ChenNo Comments
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BYD Surpasses Tesla in Electric Car Sales Globally

China's BYD has outpaced Tesla to become the world’s leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, according to figures released on Friday. The company sold more EVs than its American rival for the first time ever in 2025.Key TakeawaysTesla's global sales fell by 9% last year, while BYD surpassed it as the world’s top EV manufacturer.The U.S. government's decision to eliminate tax credits for electric vehicles has significantly impacted Tesla's market share in America.BYD's success is attributed to its diverse lineup and aggressive expansion into global markets beyond China.Tesla’s sales dropped 16% during the fourth quarter of 2025, while BYD continued to grow. The company's market share in the U.S., where it once dominated with a 45% slice of EVs sold, has decreased due to policy changes.B...
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Is the Tesla Model Y Really World’s Best-Selling Car in 2025?
3Jan By E.WilsonNo Comments
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Is the Tesla Model Y Really World’s Best-Selling Car in 2025?

Elon Musk claims that the Tesla Model Y was the world’s best-selling car last year. But can we believe him? Let's take a closer look at this bold statement.Key TakeawaysThe Tesla Model Y reportedly topped global sales in 2025, according to Elon Musk’s claim.Analysts predict the Toyota RAV4 might actually lead with over a million registrations worldwide.Sales data for Q1-Q3 of 2025 show the Model Y slightly trailing behind its Japanese competitors.Elon Musk isn't one to shy away from big announcements. He boldly declared at the start of this year that his company's SUV, the Tesla Model Y, was the world’s best-selling car in 2025. But while it sounds impressive, there aren’t any numbers backing up this claim yet.According to preliminary reports by several analysts, the Toyota RAV4 might actu...
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BYD Surpasses Tesla in Global EV Sales for 2025
3Jan By E.WilsonNo Comments
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BYD Surpasses Tesla in Global EV Sales for 2025

Chinese automaker BYD has officially taken the crown from Tesla as the world's largest manufacturer of all-electric vehicles (BEVs) with a staggering sales figure of over two million units in 2025. By contrast, Tesla reported just under one and a half million deliveries for the same year.Key TakeawaysBYD sold more than twice as many BEVs compared to its closest competitor, Tesla.The market shift towards full electrics is evident in BYD's lineup, with a nearly 50/50 split between battery-electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids.BYD’s international sales surged by over 150%, reaching one million units for the first time ever.In just four years since its entry into the EV market, BYD has not only caught up with Tesla but also surpassed it. The company's growth is fueled by a diverse lineup of ve...
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Tesla Model Y Survives Cliff Fall in China; Driver Unharmed
2Jan By J.CarterNo Comments
EV & Electric Cars, News, SUV & Crossovers

Tesla Model Y Survives Cliff Fall in China; Driver Unharmed

A Tesla Model Y fell off an 800-meter cliff near Yichang, Hubei Province, China. The vehicle was severely damaged but the driver walked away unscathed, highlighting the safety engineering of modern electric vehicles.Key TakeawaysTesla Model Y occupants escaped serious injury despite falling 800 meters off a cliff.The vehicle's aluminum structure and battery pack contributed to its survival.This incident underscores the advanced safety features in today’s electric vehicles compared to older models.According to eyewitnesses, the Tesla Model Y was driving through mountainous terrain when it went off a cliff. Despite sustaining significant damage from hitting rocks at high speed, the vehicle's structural integrity allowed its driver to escape without major injuries.The aluminum frame and large...
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Tesla’s Cybertruck Battery Deal Slashed to $6,776 Due to Poor Sales
1Jan By J.CarterNo Comments
EV & Electric Cars, News, Pickup Trucks

Tesla’s Cybertruck Battery Deal Slashed to $6,776 Due to Poor Sales

When Tesla announced a $2.67 billion battery contract for the much-anticipated Cybertruck in February 2023, it seemed like another milestone in Elon Musk’s ambitious plans to revolutionize automotive manufacturing. However, with actual sales falling far short of expectations—Tesla is on track for fewer than 20,000 units this year—the deal has been slashed down to a mere $6,776.Key TakeawaysTesla’s battery supplier L&F Co. saw its contract worth $2.67 billion cut by 99% due to poor Cybertruck sales.The original deal was tied to Tesla's 4680 battery cells, which were supposed to power the company's future affordable EVs but are now mainly used in the Cybertruck.Subsidy eliminations and policy changes have also impacted the supply contract negatively for L&F Co.The original deal was i...
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