VW beats Tesla in Europe, but Chinese threat looms | Automotive World
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VW’s sales in Europe surpassed Tesla’s during 2025, but the company must now consolidate its position amid growing competition from China. By Will Girling
The Volkswagen brand managed to sell 247,900 battery-electric vehicle (BEVs) in Europe during 2025, up nearly 50% from the previous year. The company surpassed Tesla as the region’s highest-volume player in the segment: the US company racked up approximately 235,000 sales, according to available registration data.
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