Tesla is facing a strange situation in Portugal. Even though the country's market for electric vehicles grew by 27% in the first seven months of 2025, Tesla's sales dropped by the same amount. Its share of the market went down from 27% to 15%, but it's still the best-selling electric car brand there, ahead of BMW and Peugeot.
Even though fewer cars are being delivered, Tesla is focusing on growing its charging network. In just three weeks, it added over 60 new Superchargers, expanding its network by 70%.
Portugal now has 148 charging stations, including a big one with 40 units in Mealhada, which is the largest in Southern Europe, and another with 32 units in Fátima. More charging stations are planned for Alcácer do Sal, Castelo Branco, and Matosinhos.
Older charging stations are also being upgraded to V4 technology, which works with all electric vehicles and allows for contactless payments. With Portugal planning to stop using its government-run charging system by 2026, Tesla is betting on the future: fewer cars sold now, but a stronger position on the roads ahead.
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