Following Tesla's first annual sales decline in 2024, CEO Elon Musk pledged a resurgence in 2025. Nevertheless, ongoing protests across multiple countries have tarnished the brand reputation of the leading electric vehicle manufacturer, presenting a hurdle to its sales recovery efforts. These protests, largely focused on Musk's political endeavors, have sparked widespread debate and resulted in a dip in Tesla sales along with a tarnished brand image in Europe, the United States, and beyond.
