Tesla’s sales were reduced almost half in one year in Europe during the first two months of the year, according to the figures published on Tuesday by the Association of Constructors (ACEA).
According to the data offered, Elon Musk’s automobile company would have suffered a 49% drop in its sales during the first two months of the year. A figure that contrasts strongly with the new enrollments of electric vehicles in the European Union: they grew by 28.4%.
The fall is moderated to 42.6%, although it is still high, if the United Kingdom is included and the countries of the European Free Trade Association (Norway, Iceland, Switzerland and Liechtenstein).
The fall of the sales of the Musk company could be motivated by the political positions of the South African billionaire, which has raised numerous criticisms from Europe; Although the lack of renewal of its models has also influenced, as opposed to its traditional rivals and new Chinese competitors, who continue to present news and a lower price.
It is expected that Tesla launch in 2025 a new version of its Model and, the best -selling electric SUV in the world. The Juniper will reach European markets at the end of the year, which may also have reduced the new acquisitions since the faithful to the Musk brand would be waiting for its launch.
In general, the figures presented by ACEA indicate a drop of 3%of the new registrations in the European Union, dragged by the fall in sales in large markets such as Germany (-4.6%), France (-3.3%) and Italy (-6%). Spain, due to the counterior, registered an 8.4% increase compared to the first two months of 2024.
Hybrid vehicles lead the sales of the European Union, assuming 35.2% of the new registrations. The electric ones reach 15.2% of sales while plug -in hybrids are 7.4%. Those of gasoline continue to occupy 29.1% of the market while diesel are 9.7%.
In Spanish figures, the electrical, hybrids and plug -in have increased their sales compared to the first two months of 2024 and already suppose 58.8% of the new vehicles. On the other hand, gasoline and diesel fall by 13% and 36%, respectively.
In the detail offered by brands, they highlight that more than 11% of the new vehicles sold in Europe are Volkswagen. The German group, which also integrates brands such as Skoda, Audi or Seat, reaches a market share of 27.3%.
It is followed by the Stellantis group (Peugeot, Citroen or Fiat, among others), with 16.5%, and the Reunault group, with 11.4%. For concrete brands, in addition to Volkswagen, the best selling are Toyota (7.5%), Skoda (6%), Peugeot (5.8%) and Renault (5.9%).
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