Tesla feels the wrath of anti-Elon Musk backlash

Demonstrators gather for a protest against Musk and Tesla on Feb 22, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. Pew Research found a majority of Americans view Musk unfavorably, while Quinnipiac University says a preponderance of voters think he has too much power to make decisions affecting the US. — AFP

Tae Helton, a car aficionado who lives minutes from Tesla Inc’s flagship California factory, bought one Tesla for the family fleet and nearly purchased a second one last year.

After Elon Musk made gestures resembling a Nazi salute at an inauguration event for President Donald Trump last month, he wants nothing to do with the brand.