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Embarrassment, fear, and protests: 4 Tesla owners tell BI why they sold their cars
- Backlash against Elon Musk and DOGE has led to protests and vandalism targeted at Tesla, causing some owners to sell their cars.
- Four Tesla owners revealed fear of harassment and disappointment in Musk's involvement with DOGE as reasons for selling their EVs.
- Protests like 'Tesla Takedown,' incidents of vandalism, and harassment have tarnished the brand's reputation, with high-profile owners like Sheryl Crow also parting ways with their Teslas.
- Some owners cited fear of harassment and discomfort driving a Tesla as reasons for selling, with a shift in perception towards the brand.
- Two former Tesla owners opted for Polestar EVs due to Tesla's controversies, praising Polestar's build quality and driving experience.
- The used Tesla market is saturated, with resale values decreasing, prompting some to sell before values decline further due to Musk's actions.
- Criticism towards Musk's political behavior and concerns about Tesla's future led some owners to sell their vehicles for alternative EV brands like Polestar and Genesis.
- While President Trump expressed support for Musk and Tesla, some former owners expressed disappointment in Musk's actions and cited reasons such as environmental values and performance issues for selling their Teslas.
- Tesla did not respond to requests for comments on the situation involving backlash, protests, and owners selling their vehicles.
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