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Tesla’s new low-cost EV to drive 30% growth in 2025

Tesla investors are eagerly awaiting announcements about a new lower-cost EV as the company prepares to release its quarterly results on Jan. 29.

This new model is critical for Tesla’s goal of increasing deliveries by up to 30% in 2025.

Last year, Tesla experienced its first annual drop in deliveries, largely due due to rising competition from Chinese automakers like BYD and an aging vehicle lineup.

In April 2024, Tesla revealed plans to launch an affordable vehicle using its current production platforms in 2025.

However, concerns remain about whether it will qualify for federal subsidies due to potential policy changes policy under the Trump administration.

Analysts estimate the company will sell 2.1 million cars in 2025, but competition in key markets like China and Europe remains a concern.

Recent Tesla developments

Timeline
26-Jan-2025 🚙 Tesla, BYD to launch new SUVs to boost Japan’s EV market
  • Tesla & BYD launch electric SUVs in Japan.
  • Japan’s EV sales decline 33% in 2024.
24-Jan-2025 🚗 Tesla to deliver revamped Model Y in US for $60k
  • Model Y Juniper to be delivered in March 2025
  • Starts at $59,990 before tax credits in the US
21-Jan-2025 📉 Tesla’s brand value drops 26% due to Musk’s reputation: research
  • Tesla’s brand value drops 26% to $43 billion
  • CEO Musk’s behavior linked to the decline
16-Jan-2025 🚗 Tesla discounts Cybertruck by up to $2.6k amid sales decline
  • Cybertruck discounts reach US$2,600 for models
  • Sales drop 37,000 despite 38,965 Cybertrucks sold

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