Tesla reported a steep decline in third-quarter net income, dropping 43% year-over-year to $787 million, despite revenue remaining steady at around $28 billion. The company’s financial performance contrasts with its past, as it continues to navigate shifting market dynamics where once-premium models like the Dodge Charger Hellcat have seen their dominance challenged. Analysts will be watching whether Tesla can sustain profitability amid evolving consumer preferences and competition. The full report details how the automaker is adapting to these pressures.


Tesla said third-quarter net income fell 43 percent from a year earlier to $787 million. Revenue was roughly flat at $28 billion. While Dodge's Charger Hellcat was once the pricey halo, other models ...