Bulwark Takes Europe Abandons Elon Musk, Tesla Sales Plummet
May 7, 2025
Tesla's sales in Europe have taken a nosedive, sparking joy among commentators as they explore Elon Musk's challenges. The plummet, with drops from 36% to 81%, highlights escalating competition and financial scrutiny surrounding Musk's claims. A lighthearted banter contrasts these financial woes, touching on his quirky views on Dogecoin and the puzzling friendship with Donald Trump. The duo delight in Musk's misfortunes, reflecting on the strange loneliness that often accompanies power in the business world.
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Tesla Sales Collapse In Europe
- Tesla sales in Europe are plummeting dramatically despite overall EV sales rising.
- Consumers are choosing electric vehicles, just not Teslas anymore in Europe.
Tesla Factory Underutilized Globally
- Tesla's German Gigafactory producing 375,000 cars per year is underutilized due to poor sales.
- Tesla is also experiencing declining sales in the U.S. and China markets, not just Europe.
Elon Musk's Budget Cut Confession
- Elon Musk in a Roosevelt Room interview admits he hasn't delivered on his $2 trillion federal budget cut pledge.
- He says achieving even $1 trillion cuts is difficult, requiring tolerance for many complaints from government.