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In the realm of electric vehicles, Tesla is forecasted to face a challenging sales year, with predictions of delivering around 360,000 vehicles in the first quarter, reflecting a 7% decrease year-over-year and a stark 27% drop from the previous quarter. While the ramp-up of the new Model Y may help, it's evident that consumer sentiment is shifting, with some potential buyers distanced by Elon Musk's controversies.
Adding to this perplexity, the General Services Administration (GSA) has reportedly commenced plans to shut down thousands of EV charging stations, deemed non-critical. This massive reduction could displace federal employees who rely on these chargers, potentially causing a ripple effect in the EV community.