Popularity has plummeted in markets like Germany, a country still haunted by its fascist past, where Tesla's share of EV sales plummeted to just 3.7% last month versus 14% a year earlier.

Summary

Tesla’s European sales are plummeting, with Germany seeing a 60% drop despite strong EV growth. Similar declines hit Norway, Sweden, and France.

While some blame the Osborne effect—buyers delaying purchases for a refreshed Model Y—Musk’s endorsement of Germany’s far-right AfD may also be repelling customers.

Online backlash has linked Tesla to fascist imagery. In contrast, UK sales fell only 7.8%, suggesting political factors play a role.

With strong domestic EV competition in Europe, Tesla’s reputation crisis could further hurt demand.

  • Laser@lemmy.caEnglish
    25·
    29 days ago

    Can we send another tesla to space with the musk rat tied to it?

    • qprimed@lemmy.mlEnglish
      5·
      29 days ago

      still too close. send the sob on a Voyager parts replacement mission.

      nevermind. thats probably one more step on the path to v’ger.