Tesla has finally lost its status as the world's dominant electric‑vehicle maker, and the symbolism could hardly be worse for Elon Musk. After years of using that global lead as proof that his strategy and persona were untouchable,

Tesla lost its crown as the world’s bestselling electric vehicle maker on Friday as a customer revolt over Elon Musk’s right-wing politics, expiring U.S. tax breaks for buyers and stiff overseas competition pushed sales down for a second year in a row.