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Tesla Deliveries Dip in Q3 Amid Factory Upgrades and Growing Competition

  • Tesla deliveries fell to 435,000 vehicles in Q3 from 466,000 in Q2 as it paused production to upgrade factories.

  • Dip raises concerns about slowing demand amid increased competition, especially in China.

  • Rival Rivian delivered 15,600 EVs in Q3, up from 12,600, posing threat to Tesla's Cybertruck.

  • Tesla cut prices this year to boost sales against rivals, but profit margins fell sharply.

  • Tesla sales still rose 26% annually as it continues to grow faster than most automakers.

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