In a historic shift for the auto industry, China's BYD sold 2.26 million battery electric vehicles in 2025 – dethroning Tesla's 1.64 million sales and claiming the EV crown 👑. This marks the first time an automaker outside the US has led global EV sales since Tesla dominated the market in 2020.
Tesla's deliveries fell 9% last year amid expiring tax credits and fierce competition. 'This isn't just about cars – it's about who controls the future of transportation,' said auto analyst Li Wei, noting BYD's advantage in affordable models and vertical integration.
Meanwhile, Elon Musk is steering Tesla toward AI 🤖 and robotics, recently telling investors: 'If you don't believe in self-driving robotaxis, don't invest in Tesla.' The pivot comes as global EV demand cools, with analysts questioning if Tesla's Optimus robots can offset slowing car sales.
The shakeup highlights China's growing tech prowess – BYD now supplies batteries to Tesla and Toyota – while Western automakers scramble to develop budget EVs. With 2026 models hitting showrooms this month, the EV race just got ⚡electrified⚡!
