Tesla's Sales Take a Hit

Tesla's vehicle deliveries dropped by 13% in the first quarter of 2025, totaling 336,681 units

Not Meeting Expectations

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Factors Behind the Decline

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Political Controversies Impacting Sales

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Global Sales Declines

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Investor Concerns Rise

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Musk's Response

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Looking Ahead

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