US EditionTesla Australia welcomes more EV competition despite sales slump
- Tesla began delivering its new Model Y in Australia last week amid a slump in overall sales reported in April 2025.
- The sales decline followed logistics delays and growing competition from Chinese EV makers with rivals introducing Model Y alternatives.
- The head of Tesla’s operations in Australia reported the recent arrival of 3,500 vehicles with additional shipments expected, while the company’s deliveries in April fell sharply to just 500 units.
- Tesla’s market share in Australia fell to 8.32% in April from over 68% in early 2023, with Model Y ranked eighth and Model 3 tenth for April sales.
- Despite the decline, Tesla sees increased competition as positive for EV adoption and expects deliveries of Model Y to help improve sales momentum.
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