Tesla ceded its position as the world’s largest electric vehicle seller in 2025 after posting weaker-than-expected sales in the fourth quarter. China’s BYD surpassed the US automaker in annual EV volumes, underscoring changes in global demand, intensifying competition and growing pressure on Tesla in key markets.BYD overtakes Tesla to become world’s top EV seller in 2025
February 12, 2026
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Tesla ceded its position as the world’s largest electric vehicle seller in 2025 after posting weaker-than-expected sales in the fourth quarter. China’s BYD surpassed the US automaker in annual EV volumes, underscoring changes in global demand, intensifying competition and growing pressure on Tesla in key markets.
