Tesla registrations crash 17% in Europe as BEV market surges 14%

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Tesla's vehicle registrations in the EU, EFTA, and UK dropped 17% in January 2026 compared to January 2025.
The broader battery-electric vehicle (BEV) market grew by 13.9%, with Tesla's decline dragging down the overall growth rate.
BYD's registrations surged 165% year-over-year, more than doubling Tesla's volume in the region.
Tesla's European sales collapse can't be blamed on the Model Y refresh anymore, as the new model has been available for months.
Norway saw a 76.3% plunge in new car registrations due to the end of tax exemptions, disproportionately affecting Tesla.
The European car market is rapidly shifting toward electrification, with petrol and diesel car registrations declining significantly.
Plug-in hybrids and hybrid-electric vehicles are gaining popularity, with Stellantis and other manufacturers showing growth.
Tesla risks becoming irrelevant in Europe's EV market as competitors like BYD, Volkswagen, and Stellantis fill the void.

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