Tesla's Dramatic Fall In The UK In 2025, And BYD's Rise! - CleanTechnica

The article from CleanTechnica highlights a significant shift in the UK electric vehicle (EV) market in 2025, focusing on Tesla's declining sales and BYD's rapid rise. Despite the overall UK EV market growing by 24% in 2025, Tesla's sales dropped by 10%, falling from 50,334 units in 2024 to 45,513 in 2025. This decline is notable given Tesla's previous strong presence in the UK and contrasts sharply with BYD's dramatic growth, as BYD's sales surged from 8,788 units in 2024 to 51,422 in 2025, surpassing Tesla for the first time in the UK market. The article discusses potential reasons for Tesla's downturn, including the lack of a Model Y refresh or new models in 2025, an aging Model 3 lineup, and possible negative impacts from Elon Musk's political controversies. In contrast, BYD is expanding its sales network and consistently introducing