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Despite the media's focus on a steep decline in German EV sales, Tesla is set to record its best quarter in China. As analysts downplay Germany's artificially inflated figures, Tesla's continued growth, even amid fierce competition from domestic players, demonstrates strong global demand for EVs.
Media Overlooks Market Distortions as Tesla Thrives Despite Germany's Temporary EV Sales Decline
The market has demonstrated resilience even though the demand for electric vehicles (EVs) has plateaued compared to the subsidies-driven growth of the early 2020s. The media's frequently pessimistic assessment of the electric vehicle (EV) sector, influenced by the market distortions due to the rationalization of subsidies, has yet to contextualize the situation thoroughly. Nevertheless, those optimistic about the emerging industry are reassured by China's more optimistic perspective and Tesla's success in the face of increasing competition from local manufacturers.
On September 19, headlines emphasized a 69 percent year-over-year decline in German EV sales for August. Bloomberg even observed, "Europe's EV Sales Plunge Has Carmakers Seeking EU Relief." This surface-level analysis, however, disregarded the market-distorting impact of state subsidies. In August 2023, a Tesla-focused analyst on X elucidated that the imminent end of substantial subsidies for commercial EVs artificially inflated Germany's EV sales, which drove demand forward in the latter months.
Serious analysts discount this one-time surge to obtain a more comprehensive understanding of the underlying demand for EVs. However, European automobile manufacturers have taken advantage of this narrative to advocate for "urgent relief measures" in Brussels, which may involve relaxing the strict 2025 emissions regulations. This could motivate the EU to implement additional subsidies to assist manufacturers in implementing its EV-first policy.
Tesla’s Record Sales in China Highlight Strong EV Demand as Fans Await Robotaxi Unveiling
Meanwhile, despite the fierce competition from domestic competitors such as BYD, Tesla's unprecedentedsuccess in China is a source of inspiration. The weekly registration data indicates that Tesla is on track to achieve its most successful quarter in this critical market, underscoring the genuine secular demand for electric vehicles and inspiring confidence in the industry's future.
Tesla enthusiasts are also eagerly anticipating October 10, when the company is expected to unveil its long-awaited robotaxi. The prospective sub-$30,000 Model 2 will be built on the same platform as this new addition to Tesla's lineup. Deutsche Bank estimates that Tesla's robotaxi fleet could exceed one million units by 2035, resulting in an annual revenue of $15 billion.
