Tesla Faces Sales Decline Amid Protests and Political Controversy

Tesla, the electric vehicle giant led by Elon Musk, is experiencing a significant sales decline, as reported by multiple sources. According to AP News, Tesla's delivery numbers have dropped amid ongoing protests and calls for a boycott. CNN Business detailed that the company's sales figures for the first quarter of 2025 showed a marked decrease, contributing to financial strain.

The downturn comes amidst a backdrop of political controversy involving Musk and former President Donald Trump. Vanity Fair highlighted that Musk's association with Trump and his political stances have led to a backlash among some Tesla customers and investors. NPR reported on the protests outside Tesla showrooms, where demonstrators expressed their discontent with Musk's political affiliations and the company's labor practices.

The combination of these factors has led to what some analysts are calling a 'perfect storm' for Tesla. The company, once at the forefront of the electric vehicle revolution, is now facing challenges on multiple fronts, from declining sales to public relations crises.

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Are Tesla sales falling?

In fact, Tesla's sales have been on a steep downward trend around the world: The company said on Wednesday that its global sales in the first quarter fell 13 percent from a year earlier.

How much are Tesla sales down?

Tesla's quarterly sales fall 13%. Experts blame Musk. Global deliveries of Tesla's flagship electric car models fell sharply in the first quarter — down 13% compared to last year — the company announced Wednesday.

What time does Tesla report deliveries?

The EV giant will likely release vehicle delivery and production numbers along with energy storage deployed data around 9 a.m. ET.

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