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Chinese EV Giants BYD and Chery Outpace Tesla, GM, and VW in 2025 Global Race

In 2025, Chinese automakers BYD and Chery are reshaping the electric vehicle (EV) landscape, outmaneuvering global giants like Tesla, General Motors (GM), and Volkswagen (VW) with unprecedented speed and scale. A Reuters investigation reveals how these companies slashed vehicle development times to as little as 18 months, compared to over five years for Western rivals,…

Meanwhile Giga Berlin started to crank out Tesla Model Y vehicles
Germany

Tesla Sales Plummet 60% in Germany as EV Market Grows in June 2025

In June 2025, Tesla’s sales in Germany dropped by a staggering 60%, with only 1,860 vehicles sold compared to the previous year, according to the German road traffic agency KBA. Despite a robust 8.6% rise in overall battery electric vehicle (EV) registrations, Tesla’s decline highlights mounting challenges for the U.S. automaker in Europe’s largest car…

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Tesla’s China-Made EV Sales Rise in June 2025, Breaking 8-Month Decline Amid BYD Rivalry

In a notable shift, Tesla’s China-made electric vehicle (EV) sales climbed 0.8% year-over-year in June 2025, reaching 71,599 units and halting an eight-month downward trend, according to Reuters. Despite this uptick, fierce competition from Chinese rivals like BYD, whose global sales soared 11% to 377,628 vehicles last month, continues to challenge Tesla’s foothold in the…

Hybrids Take Lead as Electric Vehicle Sales Plummet in California—A Wake-Up Call for EV Industry
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Tesla Q2 2025 Promotions for EV Enthusiasts Are About To Run Out!

As the clock ticks down on June 30, 2025, Tesla is still offering its last wave of Q2 promotions, providing electric vehicle (EV) owners and enthusiasts a chance to snag significant savings and upgrades across its lineup. Posted by industry insider Sawyer Merritt on X, these deals target a broad audience, from military veterans to…

Tesla’s Robotaxi Pilot Sparks Optimism with $475 Stock Target Boost
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Tesla’s Robotaxi Pilot Sparks Optimism with $475 Stock Target Boost

On June 22, 2025, Tesla launched its invite-only Robotaxi pilot in Austin, Texas, igniting excitement among electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts and investors. The limited rollout of Model Y vehicles, operating autonomously in a geofenced area, has reportedly prompted Benchmark to raise its Tesla stock price target to $475, signaling strong confidence in the company’s autonomous…

Ford F-150 Lightning Outpaces Tesla Cybertruck in Q1 2025 EV Pickup Race
Ford

Ford CEO Endorses Waymo’s LiDAR Approach Over Tesla’s Camera-Only Self-Driving Tech

Ford CEO Jim Farley has publicly backed Waymo’s LiDAR-based self-driving technology, diverging from Tesla’s camera-only approach, signaling a strategic shift for Ford’s autonomous vehicle development. Speaking at the Aspen Ideas Festival on June 27, 2025, Farley emphasized the critical role of LiDAR for safety, according to a Fortune report. This stance highlights a growing industry…

Germany

Tesla FSD Edges Closer to Launch in Germany, Sparking Excitement

Excitement is building among Tesla enthusiasts in Germany as signs point to an imminent launch of the company’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system, potentially marking a breakthrough for autonomous driving in Europe. Recent posts on X suggest that Tesla may be preparing to roll out FSD Supervised in Germany by the end of 2025, with employees…

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Photos of Tesla’s First Fully Autonomous Model Y Delivery

Tesla has achieved a historic milestone with the first fully autonomous delivery of a Model Y to a customer’s home, completed a day ahead of schedule on June 27, 2025. The delivery, which navigated highways and local roads with no human presence or remote operators, showcases Tesla’s advancements in AI-driven technology. Verified details from an…

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