Tesla’s EU Sales Drop as Anger Toward Elon Musk Grows

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  ‘I felt nothing but disgust’: Tesla owners vent their anger at Elon Musk

  The tycoon’s links with Donald Trump and Germany’s far-right AfD have slammed the brakes on sales and put the car’s owners in a spin. Tesla sales almost halve in Europe over Musk’s ties to ...
  
  The Guardian - Feb. 25
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  Protestors target Tesla as backlash to Elon Musk's political power grows

  The average sale price of used Teslas has dropped, along with Tesla stock this year. NBC News' David Noriega looks at how Tesla might be caught up in the intersection of business and politics, and ...
  
  NBC News - 1d

• Tesla shares falling as European sales drop. Is Musk to blame?

  Tesla's shares dropped by more than 9% as sales in at least five European countries disappoint. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports on the potential correlation to Elon Musk.
  
  CBS News - Feb. 26
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  Tesla for Sale: Buyer’s Remorse Sinks In for Elon Musk’s E.V.-Owning Critics

  The backlash against the electric vehicle company has intensified as the billionaire ally of President Trump exerts his power over the federal government.
  
  The New York Times - 12h
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  Tesla Stock Falls 8% as Concerns About Elon Musk’s Political Role Grow

  The electric-car maker’s stock has had a bumpy ride since the victory of President Trump, who has given Tesla’s chief, Elon Musk, a role in Washington.
  
  The New York Times - Feb. 26
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  Tesla starts 2025 with sharp drop in sales in Europe

  Sales down 45% in January for EV maker led by Elon Musk
  
  Financial Times - Feb. 25
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  ‘Dark MAGA’ Spreads as Elon Musk’s Influence Grows

  Elon Musk continues to extend his power among constituents and in the government.
  
  Inc. - Feb. 23
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  Elon Musk Is Focused on DOGE. What About Tesla?

  Mr. Musk, one of President Trump’s main advisers, has not outlined a plan to reverse falling sales at the electric car company of which he is chief executive.
  
  The New York Times - Feb. 20

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