China’s BYD to overtake Tesla as world’s top EV seller for first time
CNBC••business
Key Points:
- Chinese automaker BYD is expected to surpass Tesla as the world's largest seller of electric vehicles in 2025, marking a significant milestone for the company.
- BYD reported a nearly 28% increase in sales, reaching 2.26 million battery-powered vehicles, while Tesla's estimated deliveries are around 1.6 million, reflecting an 8% decline from 2024.
- Tesla has yet to release its official 2025 sales figures, but the available data suggests BYD will officially overtake the U.S. rival.
- This shift highlights BYD's rapid growth in the EV market, contrasting with Tesla's anticipated second consecutive annual drop in vehicle deliveries.
- The rivalry underscores a changing landscape in the
