<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true"><li>BYD, the Chinese EV maker, outsold Tesla in Europe for the first time in April.</li><li>BYD sold 7,231 EVs in 28 European countries, narrowly surpassing Tesla's 7,165 sales.</li><li>Tesla saw a 49% drop in sales year over year, placing it in 11th among Europe's most registered EV brands.</li><li>Chinese EV registrations in Europe increased by 59%, indicating growing acceptance of Chinese automakers.</li><li>Tesla is facing challenges in 2025 with weak first-quarter sales and polarized public perception.</li><li>Elon Musk stepped away from a government advisory role to refocus on Tesla amidst competition.</li><li>Competition from Ford, Hyundai, and other automakers poses a threat to Tesla's dominance in Europe.</li><li>BYD, founded in 1995, entered the EV market in 2008 and has gained consumer favor with its models and prices.</li><li>The sales report signifies a shift in brand loyalty among Europe's EV buyers.</li><li>Tesla will need to step up its efforts to maintain its position in the European EV market.</li><li>The challenges ahead for Tesla may involve addressing competition, market perception, and evolving consumer preferences.</li></ul>

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