GOP lawmaker shocked that left wasn't 'excited' as Trump showcased Tesla at White House
2 weeks, 1 day ago

GOP lawmaker shocked that left wasn't 'excited' as Trump showcased Tesla at White House

Raw Story  

In an interview with CNN Wednesday, Ohio Rep. Warren Davidson didn't seem to understand the fuss over Elon Musk's DOGE overseeing federal agencies that could benefit his businesses. Anchor Boris Sanchez submitted, "I do wonder if you have any ethical concerns about the president essentially hosting this Tesla showroom outside of the White House, as Elon Musk has direct business that is overseen by some of the agencies that are supposed to hold.Tesla and other of his businesses accountable." He was referencing Trump showcasing Tesla cars after vowing to buy one Tuesday as the Musk-owned company's stock slumped amid backlash from his mass slashing of the government budget. You don't feel uncomfortable having the guy that's making these decisions about cuts to those agencies at the White House showing off his vehicles?"

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Violent Attacks On Teslas Surge Amid Musk's Controversial Role In Trump White House
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1 week, 1 day ago

Violent Attacks On Teslas Surge Amid Musk's Controversial Role In Trump White House

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING SEATTLE — Cybertrucks set ablaze. In Las Vegas, several Tesla vehicles were set ablaze early Tuesday outside a Tesla service center where the word “resist” was also painted in red across the building’s front doors. “Tesla just makes electric cars and has done nothing to deserve these evil attacks.” The progressive group Indivisible, which published a guide …

The Tesla White House sales event of the year
1 week, 4 days ago

The Tesla White House sales event of the year

Raw Story  

America’s president hawks merch from the White House and wonders why he gets no respect. Designed for the Crypto pioneers, this limited-edition masterpiece celebrates Bitcoin, President Trump, and your unstoppable climb to the moon… The Bitcoin Orange T print and a flying tourbillon make sure everyone knows who’s leading the Crypto Revolution.18K Gold Flex: This bad boy is crafted from …

'Investors have had enough': Tesla loses 'so much' value as it transforms into MAGA symbol
2 weeks ago

'Investors have had enough': Tesla loses 'so much' value as it transforms into MAGA symbol

Raw Story  

Donald Trump completed Tesla's MAGA heel turn by hosting an informercial for the embattled automaker owned by his "first buddy" Elon Musk. "Standing alongside Musk and a row of Teslas on the South Lawn, Trump said he'd buy a Model S sedan for White House staff and threatened to classify anti-Tesla violence as domestic terrorism," Axios reported. "Photographers captured a …

Donald Trump just bought a Tesla to help his ally's ailing brand. But the Secret Service won't let him drive it
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2 weeks ago

Donald Trump just bought a Tesla to help his ally's ailing brand. But the Secret Service won't let him drive it

ABC  

Donald Trump turned the White House lawn into a Tesla showroom on Tuesday as he attempted to buoy his ally's brand. "I think he's treated very unfairly by a very small group of people, and I just want people to know that you can't be penalised for being a patriot, and he's a great patriot." If you listened to Mr …

Republicans Aren’t Taking Up Trump On Buying A Tesla
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Republicans Aren’t Taking Up Trump On Buying A Tesla

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON ― President Donald Trump’s endorsement of billionaire Elon Musk’s Tesla car on the White House lawn has apparently failed to convince elected Republicans it’s time to buy an electric vehicle. Trump on Tuesday paraded several Tesla vehicles outside the White House in support of “great patriot” Musk, his wealthy employee, after Tesla’s share price slumped and …

Tesla owners caught in anti-Musk firestorm as ‘Swasticar’ flyers appear in San Francisco
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Tesla owners caught in anti-Musk firestorm as ‘Swasticar’ flyers appear in San Francisco

Hindustan Times  

As Elon Musk continues to face backlash over his policies at DOGE, Tesla showrooms and electric vehicles across the United States have been targeted, with anti-Musk flyers reportedly cropping up around San Francisco. According to a report by San Francisco-based news channel KRON, unknown individuals have attached posters on light poles and cars in the area, warning Tesla owners against …

Musk says Tesla will double vehicle production in 2 years to ‘support Trump’s policies’
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Musk says Tesla will double vehicle production in 2 years to ‘support Trump’s policies’

Firstpost  

The announcement of his ambitious plan comes after Trump bought a brand-new Tesla EV in a show of support for his close advisor Musk, who helped the president pick the shiny red car A Tesla with a sticker referring to the car's purchase is shown on Sunday, December 15, 2024, in Concord. The announcement of his ambitious plan comes after …

Donald Trump turns White House into Tesla showroom, backs Elon Musk’s EVs | Photos
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Donald Trump turns White House into Tesla showroom, backs Elon Musk’s EVs | Photos

Hindustan Times  

Donald Trump turns White House into Tesla showroom, backs Elon Musk’s EVs | Photos US President Donald Trump bought a “beautiful” red Tesla in front of the White House on Tuesday. Company's CEO Elon Musk helped him pick the car.. 1 / 7 View Photos in a new improved layout Tesla CEO Elon Musk and US President Donald Trump in …

Trump appears to read from Tesla sales pitch at White House event: ‘They gave me notes’
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump appears to read from Tesla sales pitch at White House event: ‘They gave me notes’

Hindustan Times  

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday appeared to read from a prepared sales pitch while showcasing Tesla vehicles at a White House event, in a widely-criticised display of support for the embattled electric vehicle manufacturer and its CEO, Elon Musk. U.S. President Donald Trump holds notes about Tesla cars while being shown various models parked in front of the White …

Donald Trump endorses Elon Musk’s ‘beautiful’ red Tesla Model S at White House amid sales slump, protests
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Donald Trump endorses Elon Musk’s ‘beautiful’ red Tesla Model S at White House amid sales slump, protests

Live Mint  

In a show of endorsement for ally and billionaire Elon Musk, United States President Donald Trump on March 11 selected Tesla Model S car on the White House driveway, according to multiple reports. Donald Trump says Elon Musk ‘Treated Unfairly’ In a video posted to the social media platform X, Donald Trump can been seen telling reporters Elon Musk “has …

Fox News reporter challenges Trump on promoting Tesla while Americans are ‘struggling’
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Fox News reporter challenges Trump on promoting Tesla while Americans are ‘struggling’

Raw Story  

As the stock market continues to drop due to President Donald Trump’s tariff program and resulting anxiety over the possible recession economists warn may come — reinforced by his refusal to rule one out — the President has decided to go on a campaign to promote Tesla, the electric vehicle company owned by the leader of his Department of Government …

Trump keeps his promise, buys Tesla, models for fleet outside White House
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump keeps his promise, buys Tesla, models for fleet outside White House

India Today  

US President Donald Trump held a press conference at the White House's South Lawn with Tesla CEO Elon Musk in tow. As a result of Trump's gesture towards his tech billionaire ally, Tesla's stock ended up closing nearly 4 per cent on Tuesday, a day after it plunged over 15 per cent, marking its steepest single-day drop in years.The EV …

'Trump set to buy car from sketchy salesman': White House's mocked over Tesla photo-op
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

'Trump set to buy car from sketchy salesman': White House's mocked over Tesla photo-op

Raw Story  

President Donald Trump had a photo opportunity with Elon Musk to promote Tesla at the White House on Tuesday. "Donald Trump is literally running a Tesla ad in front of the White House to help Elon’s failing stock. Podcast host Brian Tyler pointed out earlier on Tuesday, "Donald Trump just lashed out at Americans for not buying Teslas, saying they …

'Going to buy one': Trump to promote Tesla cars at White House event as stock tanks
2 weeks, 2 days ago

'Going to buy one': Trump to promote Tesla cars at White House event as stock tanks

Raw Story  

President Donald Trump intends to do a promotional event for the Tesla automotive company after billionaire Elon Musk's company became the worst performing stock of 2025. During Tuesday's White House briefing, Fox News correspondent Peter Doocy asked about the president's pledge to buy a Tesla. "President Trump says he's going to buy a Tesla today," Doocy noted. "He's intent on, …

Trump is buying a Tesla. Here are some of the harsh things he’s said about EVs over the years
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Trump is buying a Tesla. Here are some of the harsh things he’s said about EVs over the years

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump, who said Tuesday he was buying a Tesla to show loyalty to company CEO Elon Musk, has had plenty to say about electric vehicles over the years. A look at some of Trump’s comments on EVs — and Musk: Trump includes electric cars in a sour Christmas message Trump marked Christmas 2023 with a social …

Trump furious as opposition boycotts 'Elon's baby' Tesla: 'Going to buy one tomorrow'
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Trump furious as opposition boycotts 'Elon's baby' Tesla: 'Going to buy one tomorrow'

Raw Story  

Donald Trump put Tesla squarely in the middle of MAGA culture wars by announcing he'll buy one Tuesday as the automaker's stocks tumbled. Tesla shares plunged Monday as owner Elon Musk's role in Trump's administration angered and alienated many would-be buyers and left existing owners worried about vandalism and harassment. Tesla shares tumbled more than 15 percent Monday, dropping the …

Trump says he will buy a 'new Tesla' to show support for Musk
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Trump says he will buy a 'new Tesla' to show support for Musk

The Hindu  

U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday said he will buy a new Tesla car to show support for the electric carmaker's chief and his ally Elon Musk amid recent "Tesla Takedown" protests and the slump in the company's stock price. "I'm going to buy a brand new Tesla tomorrow morning as a show of confidence and support for Elon Musk, …

Tesla stock: Trump says he’ll buy a Tesla to support Elon Musk, whose companies are struggling
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Tesla stock: Trump says he’ll buy a Tesla to support Elon Musk, whose companies are struggling

CNN  

Editor’s Note: A new CNN series “Twitter: Breaking the Bird” follows the insider story behind the meteoric rise and eventual sale of the revolutionary app featuring the voices of the founders themselves. This a “moment of truth” for Musk as Tesla’s stock price tumbles, wrote Wedbush analyst Dan Ives in a note to clients Tuesday. “In a nutshell the word …

Trump promises to label Musk protesters domestic terrorists while cutting Tesla ad at White House
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Trump promises to label Musk protesters domestic terrorists while cutting Tesla ad at White House

Salon  

President Donald Trump beamed from in front of and inside a Tesla Model S on Tuesday, telling reporters gathered on the White House driveway that the electric vehicle was "beautiful." The bit of promo for DOGE head Elon Musk's car brand made good on a promise that Trump made earlier in the week. Tesla stocks have flagged in the first …

Tesla’s fortunes fall as Musk rises in Trump world
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Tesla’s fortunes fall as Musk rises in Trump world

Live Mint  

Few brands have their image as closely tied to their CEO as Tesla. Back in 2022, before Musk waded into presidential politics, automotive consulting firm Strategic Vision found that 22% of car shoppers surveyed said they would “definitely consider" a Tesla for their next vehicle purchase. “At this point, we don’t see any signs of recovery," Edwards said, noting that …

Musk’s embrace of right-wing politics risks turning off car buyers and sinking Tesla’s stock
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Musk’s embrace of right-wing politics risks turning off car buyers and sinking Tesla’s stock

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Elon Musk’s car company is required each year to report to investors all the bad things that could happen to it, and the latest version lists every imaginable threat from costly lawsuits to out-of-control battery fires to war and another epidemic. Sales of Tesla’s Model 3 dropped 33% across all European countries even though that car is …

Anti-DOGE protests at Tesla stores target Elon Musk's bottom line
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Anti-DOGE protests at Tesla stores target Elon Musk's bottom line

The Hindu  

Demonstrators gathered outside Tesla stores across the U.S. on Saturday to protest the automaker's billionaire CEO, Elon Musk, and his push to slash government spending on behalf of President Donald Trump. Critics of Mr. Trump and Mr. Musk hope to discourage and stigmatise purchases of Tesla, the electric car company that is the world's most valuable automaker. For weeks, liberal …

Anti-DOGE protests at Tesla stores target Elon Musk’s bottom line
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Anti-DOGE protests at Tesla stores target Elon Musk’s bottom line

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Demonstrators gathered outside Tesla stores across the U.S. Saturday to protest the automaker’s billionaire CEO, Elon Musk, and his push to slash government spending on behalf of President Donald Trump. “We can impose direct economic damage on Tesla by showing up at showrooms everywhere and boycotting Tesla and telling everyone else to get out, sell your stocks, sell …

New initiative could make Tesla stock 'sink faster than a Cybertruck in quicksand'
1 month ago

New initiative could make Tesla stock 'sink faster than a Cybertruck in quicksand'

Raw Story  

Tesla, the electric car company owned by Elon Musk, has lost more than a quarter of its value over the first two months of 2025 as sales in Europe have absolutely crashed amid backlash to Musk's embrace of far-right politicians. AFT leader Randi Weingarten has written to the CEOs of major asset management firms and asked them to scrutinize the …

Tesla owners sour on Musk's venture into U.S. politics
1 month ago

Tesla owners sour on Musk's venture into U.S. politics

Raw Story  

by Ben Turner Tom Blackburn was so proud of his Tesla, he even bought one in bright red to stand out. But analysts say Musk's political endeavors -- including backing far-right parties in Europe and sharing conspiracy theories online -- could isolate Tesla's traditionally liberal market base. He said that Tesla needs to "disassociate" from Musk in its marketing, warning …

Investors betting Elon Musk, Tesla will make fortune under Donald Trump even as threats mount
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Investors betting Elon Musk, Tesla will make fortune under Donald Trump even as threats mount

Live Mint  

For Elon Musk fans, it's the half a trillion-dollar bet. “It's going to be a golden age for Tesla and Musk,” said Wedbush Securities financial analyst Dan Ives, adding after an investor conference call Wednesday, “This is the most bullish I've ever heard Musk.” Investing in Tesla has long been a gamble. He also plans to lower emission standards, a …

Tesla owners react to Elon Musk's controversies: 3 in 10 consider selling their cars
2 months, 1 week ago

Tesla owners react to Elon Musk's controversies: 3 in 10 consider selling their cars

NL Times  

Nearly one-third of Tesla owners in the Netherlands are considering selling their vehicles due to controversies surrounding Elon Musk, according to a new survey by EenVandaag. The study, which included over 26,000 panel members, found that 40 percent of Tesla drivers feel embarrassed to own the electric vehicle brand because of Musk's behavior. The dissatisfaction stems largely from Musk's recent …

How Trump 2.0 doesn’t guarantee Musk a cakewalk
4 months ago

How Trump 2.0 doesn’t guarantee Musk a cakewalk

Firstpost  

The richest man in the world and owner of Tesla, SpaceX and X, Elon Musk wouldn’t have it easy despite being one of the most prominent campaigners for US President-elect Donald Trump The evolving relationship between Musk and Trump will likely test both their commitments to their respective goals After braving the shock of Republican Donald Trump’s victory in the …

Trump could make it tougher to afford electric cars. Why Elon Musk doesn’t mind
4 months, 1 week ago

Trump could make it tougher to afford electric cars. Why Elon Musk doesn’t mind

LA Times  

Here’s what you need to know to start your day. That’s welcome news to Elon Musk, whose Tesla Motors is the state‘s and nation’s most popular purveyor of electric cars. “Taking away buyer credits would hurt them more than it would hurt Tesla, whose EV market share has begun to drop in the face of new competition.” The subsidy shakeup …

Tesla shares soar more than 14% as Trump win is seen boosting Elon Musk’s electric vehicle company
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Tesla shares soar more than 14% as Trump win is seen boosting Elon Musk’s electric vehicle company

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Shares of Tesla soared Wednesday as investors bet that the electric vehicle maker and its CEO Elon Musk will benefit from Donald Trump’s return to the White House. Tesla stands to make significant gains under a Trump administration with the threat of diminished subsidies for alternative energy and electric vehicles doing the most harm to smaller competitors. …

Musk says Trump's withdrawal of EV support will harm rivals more than Tesla
8 months ago

Musk says Trump's withdrawal of EV support will harm rivals more than Tesla

Firstpost  

Former President Trump, the Republican candidate supported by Musk, has been critical of the Biden administration’s EV policies and has said that he will ’end the electric vehicle mandate’ if he wins office Musk said any Trump removal of subsidies, and the resulting impact on Tesla car sales was not crucial because Tesla is an artificial intelligence company focused on …

Elon Musk Is Finally Cracking Tesla’s Invincibility Shield
1 year, 7 months ago

Elon Musk Is Finally Cracking Tesla’s Invincibility Shield

Slate  

For years, Tesla has seemed to be immune to Elon Musk’s behavior and statements. It’s not uncommon to see Teslas parked in driveways that contain rainbow flags or to talk to someone who despises Musk but adores their Tesla. Related From Slate Tesla Sold a Myth About Batteries That Everyone Wanted to Be True Notably, according to the Bloomberg survey, …

Trump backs customer boycott of Harley-Davidson
6 years, 7 months ago

Trump backs customer boycott of Harley-Davidson

Daily Mail  

President Trump has given his backing to a boycott of Harley-Davidson after the iconic bike firm announced it was moving some production overseas. Harley-Davidson announced in June that it would move production of bikes sold in the EU overseas to skirt around trade tariffs placed on the company in retaliation for Trump's levies on European steel. President Donald Trump has …

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