Tesla(US:TSLA) 智通财经网·2025-05-14 03:45Core Insights - Global sales of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles increased by 29% year-on-year in April, despite trade tensions, with stable growth in China and Europe, while North America experienced its first decline since September last year [1] - European traditional automakers surpassed Tesla in electric vehicle sales as they sought to meet EU carbon dioxide emission targets [1] - Tesla's market share continued to decline ahead of a refresh of its best-selling Model Y [1] Group 1 - Global sales of pure electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles reached 1.5 million units in April [2] - Sales in China grew by 32% year-on-year to 900,000 units, while Europe saw a 35% increase to 300,000 units, and North America experienced a 5.6% decline to 100,000 units [2] - The increase in plug-in hybrid vehicle sales in other regions is largely attributed to exports from China [2] Group 2 - Governments worldwide are implementing policies to encourage electric vehicle adoption, although trade tensions and a slowing automotive market may lead to factory closures and job losses [2] - China extended its vehicle trade-in subsidy policy until 2025 to promote economic growth and expand consumer trade-in programs [2]