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April 23, 2025 at 10:48 PM
Musk damaged Tesla's brand in just a few months. Fixing it will likely take longer
Elon Musk intends to focus more on his job as Tesla CEO, but it’s unclear if the billionaire will be able to solve a big problem of his own making: damage to its brand
April 23, 2025 at 10:48 PM
April 23, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Tesla's 'brand damage has been global,' Wedbush analyst Dan Ives says
Wedbush Securities analyst Dan Ives discusses Tesla's Tuesday earnings call and the drop in the company's profits.
April 23, 2025 at 7:36 PM
April 23, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Tesla profits drop 71% amid anti-Musk backlash
Musk's role at the White House set off worldwide protests at Tesla dealerships.
April 23, 2025 at 12:00 PM
April 22, 2025 at 10:39 PM
Tesla profits drop 71% amid anti-Musk backlash
Tesla's profits fell 71% over the first three months of this year, a company earnings release on Tuesday showed. The company's performance fell short of analysts' expectations.
April 22, 2025 at 10:39 PM
April 19, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Kansas City resident arrested for alleged arson at Tesla dealership
Owen McIntire, 19, was back home on spring break when the FBI says he made a Molotov cocktail out of a vinegar bottle and a rag and threw it at a Tesla dealership.
April 19, 2025 at 3:47 PM
April 19, 2025 at 1:16 AM
Missouri teen arrested for alleged arson at Kansas City Tesla dealership, FBI says
Federal authorities arrested a 19-year-old college student for allegedly firebombing a Tesla dealership in Kansas City, Missouri, while home on spring break.
April 19, 2025 at 1:16 AM
April 19, 2025 at 12:06 AM
Kansas City teen arrested for alleged arson at Tesla dealership: FBI
A 19-year-old Kansas City resident was arrested for allegedly burning Tesla vehicles last month, the Justice Department announced on Friday.
April 19, 2025 at 12:06 AM
April 15, 2025 at 1:19 PM
Man charged for arson attacks on Tesla dealership
Jamison Wagner is alleged to have set fires at a Tesla showroom on Feb. 9 and vandalized several vehicles in the parking lot with phrases including "Die Elon."
April 15, 2025 at 1:19 PM
April 15, 2025 at 11:16 AM
Suspect tied to arson incidents at Tesla dealership, state's GOP office: DOJ
Jamison Wagner is alleged to have set fires at a Tesla showroom on Feb. 9 and vandalized several vehicles in the parking lot with phrases including "Die Elon."
April 15, 2025 at 11:16 AM
1 month ago
Tesla deliveries drop 13% amid backlash against CEO Elon Musk
Tesla has faced protests nationwide at car dealerships.
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Italian police investigate Tesla dealership fire in Rome
ABC News’ Marcus Moore reports on the incident that Elon Musk is calling an act of terrorism.
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70-year-old drives into man as he exits 'truck with pro-Trump flags,' police say
A man was charged with aggravated assault after allegedly striking a counter-protester with his vehicle outside a Tesla dealership in Idaho, law enforcement said.
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Over 200 Tesla protests planned this weekend
More demonstrations are expected Sunday at Tesla facilities across the country in protest of billionaire Elon Musk over his role in federal job cuts.
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Global protests targeting Tesla
Around the world, demonstrators gathered for so-called "Tesla Takedowns," as Tesla is already facing acts of vandalism.
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Anti-Tesla demonstrations set for Saturday, following crimes targeting vehicles
Nicole Regalado, the vice president of campaigns for advocacy group UltraViolet, joins ABC News Live to discuss the anti-Tesla demonstrations happening Saturday.
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Activists planning peaceful protests at over 200 Tesla showrooms
Nationwide protests are scheduled today against Elon Musk, targeting Tesla. Organizers say the demonstrations are to be peaceful, following a series of violent acts against Tesla facilities.
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Manhunt underway in New York City for two men who police say carved swastika on Tesla
A manhunt is underway in NYC for two men police say carved a swastika on a Cybertruck. It comes after Elon Musk vowed to crack down on Tesla attacks ahead of expected protests against the company.
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Tesla Cybertruck vandalized with swastika in NYC, suspects at large: Police
Police are searching for two individuals who vandalized a Tesla Cybertruck in New York City, according to police.
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Man arrested in Las Vegas Tesla arson facing federal charges
A man was arrested for allegedly setting Tesla vehicles on fire in Las Vegas earlier this month.
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'Lone offenders' carrying out Tesla attacks, catching them 'difficult,' FBI, DHS say
FBI, DHS assessment warns that "lone offenders" are likely carrying out attacks on Tesla dealerships, cars and equipment.
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FBI launches task force to investigate incendiary devices found at Tesla showroom
The FBI is launching a task force after incendiary devices were found at a Tesla dealership in Austin, Texas, amid a wave of Tesla-related vandalism across the country.
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FBI investigating after incendiary devices found at Tesla dealership in Texas
Multiple incendiary devices were found at a Tesla dealership in Austin, Texas, on Monday morning, according to the Austin Police Department.
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Police: "Incendiary" devices found at Tesla dealership in Texas
The FBI launched a new task force to investigate attacks aimed at Tesla dealerships and charging stations, including an incident in Austin where multiple incendiary devices were found at a dealership.
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Man arrested for driving car into protesters at Tesla dealership: Police
A Florida man was arrested after driving a car into a group of protestors at a Tesla dealership on Saturday, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.
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Trump: Tesla vandals should face 20 years in jail, be sent to El Salvador
President Donald Trump seemed to issue a warning to individuals who participate in Tesla vandalisms, as reports of destruction of vehicles surge across the country.
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Musk ramps up security after Tesla attacks
Three people are facing arson charges for throwing Molotov cocktails at Tesla products in three different states.
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Bondi issues warning after 3 charged in Tesla arson attacks
Tesla arson defendants will face the 'full force of the law," Attorney General Pam Bondi said in a statement on Thursday.
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3 charged in arson attacks on Tesla properties
Tesla arson defendants may face serious legal penalties for allegedly using Molotov cocktails to set fire to electric vehicles and charging stations, according to Attorney General Pam Bondi.
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Investigation underway over apparent Tesla arson attacks
Attorney General Pam Bondi called the recent spate of arson attacks and vandalism against Tesla vehicles "nothing short of domestic terrorism."
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Attorney general calls Tesla arson attacks 'nothing short of domestic terrorism'
Tesla vehicles, dealerships and charging stations have been hit with continuous acts of vandalism, fires and protests since Elon Musk began his role at the White House.
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Investigation underway after apparent arson attacks ‘target’ Tesla vehicles
Attorney general Pam Bondi said the FBI is investigating whether a recent string of attacks on Teslas are coordinated or jointly funded and called the attacks “nothing short of domestic terrorism.”
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FBI, ATF investigate arson attacks targeting Teslas and Cybertrucks
Five Teslas were damaged in a targeted attack at a Las Vegas collision center, police said. A suspect was seen on surveillance video throwing Molotov cocktails and firing a gun at several vehicles.
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Tesla vehicles hit with 'targeted attack' in Las Vegas: Police
A fire was started at a Tesla Collision Center in Las Vegas on Tuesday, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
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'Not a positive sign': Top Tesla officials sell shares in recent weeks
As Tesla stock has fallen in recent weeks, members of the board and an executive at Elon Musk's company have sold off millions of dollars in stock, according to filings.
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Tesla, in a letter, tells Trump administration it's worried about tariffs
In a letter to Trump officials, Tesla raised concerns about the president's tariffs -- but it's unclear if CEO Elon Musk was personally involved in sending the letter.
2 months ago
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Tesla vehicles vandalized across US since Musk began White House role
Tesla vehicles, dealerships and charging stations have been hit with vandalisms, fires and protests since Elon Musk began his role at the White House.
2 months ago
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Trump's White House Tesla showcase for Musk raises ethics concerns
Ethics experts are sounding the alarm that the president's event with Elon Musk could eliminate the lines of proper objectivity from elected officials.
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Tesla vehicles vandalized since Musk began role at White House, authorities say
The company's stock has tumbled nearly 48% this year.
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Trump checks out Teslas at White House as Musk's auto company stock sinks
President Donald Trump vowed to help Elon Musk and check out a Tesla for a possible purchase as the company's stock takes a nosedive.
2 months ago
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Trump checks out Teslas at White House as Musk's auto company stock sinks
President Donald Trump vowed to help Elon Musk and check out a Tesla for a possible purchase as the company's stock takes a nosedive.
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As Tesla stock falls, some pension fund managers worry and critics rage
Since Elon Musk went to Washington, D.C., to slash the government, the stock of his car company Tesla has taken a significant hit, worrying some shareholders.
2 months ago
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Arsonist sets fire to Tesla charging stations: Police
Police in Massachusetts are investigating fires that appear to have been “intentionally set” that destroyed seven Tesla charging stations, police said.
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Woman caught trying to plant explosive devices at Tesla dealership
A woman in Colorado has been arrested after police caught her with explosives at a Tesla dealership, police said.
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Tesla recalls over 376,000 vehicles
Tesla is recalling more than 376,000 vehicles because of a possible power steering issue.
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Tesla's law firm helps draft bill some experts say could restore Musk's pay package
A law firm representing Elon Musk and Tesla helped draft a bill some experts say could, if passed, possibly restore Musk's lost multibillion-dollar compensation package.
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Tesla shares have plunged while Musk takes on Washington. Is that the reason?
Shares of Elon Musk's Tesla electric car company have fallen sharply, leading some investors to wonder if the drop is related to his cost-cutting work in Washington.
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Tesla shareholders raise concerns as stock slides
Tesla’s stock rebounded Wednesday but has been falling for months, with investors worried about Elon Musk's focus on Washington, D.C.
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Police treating Tesla explosion outside Trump Vegas hotel as possible act of terror
A 2024 Tesla Cybertruck arrived outside the hotel’s entrance around 8:40 a.m. on New Year’s Day and, within seconds, burst into flames, killing the driver and leaving seven injured.
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Elon Musk loses out on $50 billion Tesla payday after judge's ruling. Here's why.
A judge again rejected Elon Musk's $50 billion Tesla payday. The compensation package would have made Musk the highest-paid executive ever.
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3 teens dead, 1 person seriously injured in California Cybertruck crash
Three people were killed and one was seriously injured in a vehicle crash in Piedmont, California, according to police.
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