Feng Huang Wang·2025-05-07 01:39Group 1 - Tesla is experiencing a significant decline in sales in Europe, particularly in the UK, where it sold only 512 vehicles in April 2024, down from over 1300 in the same month the previous year, indicating a drop of approximately 60% [1] - Tesla's sales in the UK are now surpassed by BYD, which sold 2511 vehicles in April 2024, representing a year-on-year increase of 650% [1] - Two lesser-known Chinese brands, Jaecoo and Omoda, have also outperformed Tesla in the UK market, selling 1053 and 910 vehicles respectively in April 2024, despite being newly launched in the market [1] Group 2 - Tesla's declining performance in Europe reflects broader challenges, including a backlash against CEO Elon Musk's political stance, which has led to a loss of customer loyalty [2] - The company faces intensified competition from traditional automakers like Volkswagen and new entrants from China in the electric vehicle market, despite the EU's tariffs imposed last year [2]