Reflecting these slowing figures, Tesla ended up missing both top- and bottom-line projections. Revenues of $25.71 billion fell $1.42 billion short of analyst expectations, while its EPS of $0.73 was off by $0.

The EV maker's shares have formed a new trading range. Something dramatic will need to happen to snap them out of it.

See the 10 stocks » The tariff quandary Reactions to Tesla's fourth-quarter financial results were mixed. Competition and slowing demand growth led to lower vehicle pricing, which resulted in sales and earnings missing expectations.

One analyst warns of the potential for even more pressure on automotive gross margins. But another says moonshot ventures finally look poised to take off.