Tesla's annual sales have declined for the first time in over a decade, despite record deliveries in the fourth quarter of last year. The company announced on Thursday that last year's sales were 1.79 million vehicles, slightly lower than the 1.8 million vehicles expected in 2023 and the general forecast of Analysts. Although the Concept of Self-Driving Cars and Musk's close relationship with incoming President Trump have significantly boosted the stock in recent months, the latest Earnings Reports have made investors aware of the real challenges facing the electric vehicle Industry. Weak Consumer demand has put pressure on electric vehicle sales, and with Trump curbing electric vehicle incentives, the sales dilemma may worsen.