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Tesla Grapples With Global Challenges

From thrilling growth to fading demand, Tesla’s high-voltage journey faces new challenges—from Chinese competition to perception issues.

By Ashutosh Radhey Shyam calendar 02 Apr 2025 Views icon4125 Views Share - Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to LinkedIn Share to Whatsapp
Tesla Grapples With Global Challenges

The global landscape is home to a select few brands that consistently evoke contrasting opinions among the general public, despite their claims to champion clean energy. The animosity surrounding such brands can, at times, escalate to extreme levels, manifesting in protests, riots, and even acts of violence, such as the throwing of Molotov cocktails.

Yet, paradoxically, these very brands often gain prominence, becoming the subject of public discourse even in regions where their products have not yet been physically experienced. The reach of digital media amplifies their presence, making them a topic of conversation far beyond their immediate customer ...

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