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Tesla Overtakes Audi in Global Sales: Historic Milestone for Electric Vehicle Industry

Tesla Overtakes Audi in Global Sales

Tesla has achieved another milestone in its meteoric rise, surpassing the century-old luxury automaker Audi in global vehicle sales for the first time. The electric vehicle pioneer delivered 1.79 million cars in 2024, while Audi’s sales fell 12% to 1.67 million units.

The sales figures tell a compelling story of shifting consumer preferences and industry transformation. Audi’s fully electric vehicle deliveries dropped 8% to 164k units – less than a tenth of Tesla’s total output. This decline in EV sales particularly stings for the German manufacturer, which has invested heavily in electrification.

Ten years ago, the notion of Tesla outselling Audi seemed far-fetched. Now ranked as the 13th largest automaker globally by volume, Tesla’s ascent represents a seismic shift in the automotive landscape. The company’s focus on electric-only vehicles has proved prescient as markets increasingly embrace sustainable transportation.

Audi’s 115-year heritage stands in stark contrast to Tesla’s relatively brief existence. While the German brand built its reputation on precision engineering and luxury, Tesla’s tech-first approach and direct-to-consumer sales model have reshaped customer expectations.

Tesla’s trajectory shows no signs of slowing. The company’s production efficiency and expanding model range continue to pressure traditional automakers, who are racing to catch up in the electric vehicle space.

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