AsianFin -- Tesla's sales of China-made electric vehicles dropped 6% year-on-year in April, marking the seventh consecutive monthly decline as the U.S. automaker struggles with fierce domestic competition and growing reputational issues in overseas markets.

Deliveries of the China-produced Model 3 and Model Y — which serve both local and export markets including Europe — reached 58,459 units in April, down 25.8% from March, according to data released Wednesday by the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA).

The decline follows a sharp sales slump in Europe, where Tesla has lost ground amid backlash tied to CEO Elon Musk’s public support for far-right political figures. Meanwhile, Chinese EV makers continue to expand their market share both at home and abroad.

In the U.S., Tesla is also facing consumer protests and a dent in brand perception, further compounding its global headwinds.