Byd exceeds Tesla in this European country, the Chinese manufacturer imposes its domination
Byd has already carried out a dazzling breakthrough in the United Kingdom In just a year and new data confirm this strong presence. Tesla recorded 1,458 registrations in January 2025 with our neighbors. Or a drop of 1,581 registrations in January 2024.
As for Byd, it is 1,614 registrations. Note that unlike its American competitor which is focusing on 100 % electric, the Chinese firm also manufactures rechargeable hybrids. These are its strategy to conquer Europe where these models are on the rise.
Byd dominates Tesla in the United Kingdom
The rivalry between manufacturers nevertheless exceeds the British market. In the fourth quarter of 2023, byd dethroned Tesla by establishing itself as the world's leading seller of electric vehicles. Then the firm of Elon Musk recovered its crown in the first quarter of 2024 and preserved it for three consecutive quarters. Byd took over in the last quarter, therefore. Throughout this period, Tesla delivered 495,570 electric vehicles against 595,413 for Byd, which is therefore essential.
The British electric vehicle market increased by 42 % in January 2025 with 29,634 registrations. As for rechargeable hybrids, the increase is 5.5 % with 12,598 registrations. However, total registrations for all types of motorization fell 2.5 % to increase to 139,345 units. The fault of a drop in sales of petrol and diesel vehicles.
The SMMT notes that despite this monthly growth, the government objective of 22 % set for last year in terms of market share for electric vehicles remains lower. And even further from the 28 % targeted for 2025.
Mike Hawes, director general of SMMT, believes that the purchase costs of an electric vehicle remain the first obstacle which slows down adoption. He invites government measures to stimulate demand.
