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Tesla Faces Lowest Sales in Three Years Amid Musk Controversy and Political Backlash

Tesla's Q1 sales plummet 13% as competition rises and backlash against CEO Elon Musk's political role intensifies, leading to significant stock volatility.

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  1. Tesla sales unexpectedly plunge after Elon Musk backlash

    Tesla's shares have lost more than a quarter of their value since the beginning of this year.

    Tesla sales unexpectedly plunge after Elon Musk backlash

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  2. Tesla shares rise on report Elon Musk could be leaving DOGE post soon

    Tesla shares rose Wednesday after Politico reported that Elon Musk could leave his post at the so-called Department of Government Efficiency, paving the way for the CEO to return his focus on the struggling electric vehicle maker.

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  4. The real reason elites want to destroy Elon Musk

    The manufactured outrage against Musk is not about policy; it is about power.

    The real reason elites want to destroy Elon Musk

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  5. Tesla Shares Rally on Hopes Elon Musk Will Refocus on Carmaker

    Questions over Musk’s focus on Tesla have been a significant concern for investors of late.

    Tesla Shares Rally on Hopes Elon Musk Will Refocus on Carmaker

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  6. Tesla's quarterly sales fall 13%. Experts blame Musk

    The sales report shows the biggest-ever quarterly decline in sales for Tesla, which delivered 336,681 vehicles in the first three months of the year compared to 386,810 from the same period in 2024.

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  7. Number of Tesla attacks soars past 50 as violence targeting Musk's company escalates

    The number of reported attacks on Tesla vehicles, dealerships and charging stations has now surpassed more than 50 amid Elon Musk’s growing influence in the Trump administration and the entrepreneur not holding back on voicing his right-leaning political views.

    Number of Tesla attacks soars past 50 as violence targeting Musk's company escalates

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  9. Should you buy Tesla stock while it's below $300?

    Tesla remains a story stock.

    Should you buy Tesla stock while it's below $300?

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Updated: Apr 2nd, 2025, 5:21 PM ET

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In Q1 2025, Tesla reported its lowest vehicle deliveries in three years, down 13% from last year. This decline has been attributed to growing competition and backlash against CEO Elon Musk's political involvement, particularly his work with the Trump administration. Analysts express deep concerns over Musk's focus on politics rather than Tesla's product strategy. Despite a recent rise in Tesla's shares following speculation that Musk may step back from political duties, many industry experts warn of potential long-term ramifications for the brand if the situation doesn't improve.

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  • Tesla's Q1 deliveries fell 13%, attributed to increased competition and Elon Musk's controversial political role, causing investor concerns about the brand's future.

  • Following reports of Musk possibly stepping back from the Trump administration, Tesla's stock initially dropped but later saw a slight recovery, highlighting investor hopes for improved focus on the company.

  • Analysts express worry regarding Musk's political involvement hurting Tesla's brand, with calls for him to concentrate on core business issues instead.

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