Here are the top 5 recent news stories about Tesla:
– **Tesla stock soars on China FSD news**: Tesla shares rallied over 10% on March 24 after the company announced plans to launch Full Self-Driving (FSD) in China once it receives regulatory approval for over-the-air software updates. This news helped offset recent sales declines in key markets[1].
– **Tesla sales plummet in key markets**: Tesla’s sales have dropped significantly in several important markets. In China, wholesale sales fell 49% year-over-year in February. European sales slumped 45% in January, with German sales collapsing 76% in February. U.S. sales also declined 1% in 2024, marking Tesla’s first annual sales drop in over a decade[1].
– **Protests against Tesla and Elon Musk intensify**: Anti-Musk protests have been spreading, with Tesla vehicles and charging stations being targeted by vandals. The protests are largely in response to Musk’s growing political ties, including his role in the Trump administration and support for far-right parties in Europe[3].
– **New Model 3 Performance launched**: Tesla has introduced a new Model 3 Performance trim, leveraging the company’s latest manufacturing and engineering capabilities. This update comes six years after the first Model 3 Performance deliveries[5].
– **US Oil & Gas Association president considers Tesla purchase**: In an unexpected move, Tim Stewart, president of the U.S. Oil & Gas Association, announced he is ready to purchase a Tesla to show “solidarity with the innovators and builders.” This decision comes despite the association’s traditional support for the oil and gas industry[6].
[Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2025, 6:40:17 AM UTC]