<h1>Electric vehicle company faces 13% sales drop amid CEO political controversy and rising competition</h1> The electric vehicle company reported a 13% sales decline in Q2, with deliveries falling to 384,122 units from 443,956 in the same period last year. The drop is attributed to ongoing boycotts over the CEO's political associations with certain political figures and far-right politicians, plus increased competition from Chinese manufacturers in Europe. Despite the sales decline, Model 3 and Y deliveries exceeded analyst estimates of 356,000 units. The company's net income had previously fallen 71% in Q1, raising concerns about upcoming earnings. The CEO acknowledged political controversies have impacted sales but cited customer delays awaiting new model versions as a contributing factor.