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The Economist: Elon Musk’s antics are not the only problem for Tesla
The carmaker’s sales are sinking for other reasons too.
Key topics
- Tesla's sales and stock price are declining despite Trump's endorsement.
- Musk's political ties spark backlash, protests, and falling sales in key markets.
- Tesla's limited model lineup and competition worsen its market struggles.
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From The Economist, published under licence. The original article can be found on www.economist.com
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