Yahoo Finance·2026-01-09 19:52Group 1 - Tesla's CEO Elon Musk is using distractions like AI and robotics to maintain investor interest despite the company's challenges and declining core car sales [1][7] - BYD has surpassed Tesla in global sales, selling over 2.2 million full-electric vehicles in 2025, a 28% increase from the previous year, while Tesla's deliveries fell to 1.6 million, a 9% decline [2][4] - BYD's international sales exceeded 1 million vehicles for the first time, marking a 150% increase year-over-year, amidst challenges in the Chinese market [6] Group 2 - Tesla has faced multiple headwinds, including political controversies involving Musk, lawsuits regarding Full-Self Driving technology, and an aging vehicle lineup [7] - Tesla's global sales have declined for two consecutive years, with BYD outselling Tesla in full-electric vehicles in 2025 [8] - The year 2026 is expected to be crucial for Tesla as it addresses various technology sectors, including robotics [8]