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One notable factor is Tesla’s aggressive discounts in the U.S., where the automaker is offering a $7,500 credit on vehicle purchases if delivery occurs before the end of the year. Importantly, this aligns with upcoming federal EV tax credits scheduled for January, which could offset this discount once they take effect. This suggests that Tesla is intentionally offering discounts now to accelerate sales and cash flow ahead of new incentives.