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Summary

A survey in the Netherlands revealed that 31% of Tesla owners are considering selling their cars due to Elon Musk’s controversial actions, including his involvement in politics and handling of misinformation on X (formerly Twitter).

About 40% feel embarrassed to own a Tesla, though 51% say Musk’s behavior doesn’t affect their view of the car.

Musk’s leadership of X has also driven users away, with 46% leaving or considering leaving the platform.

Parallel criticism of Mark Zuckerberg for removing fact-checking has fueled similar debates over tech leadership and misinformation.

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[–] [email protected] 114 points 1 day ago (17 children)

I would sell my car the moment I get a proper offer. But no one wants to buy a Tesla here anymore.

So, keep driving the Model Y. But there is zero chance that we will ever buy a Tesla again. At least as long as Musk is able to profit from it.

[–] [email protected] 16 points 1 day ago (2 children)

I'm there with you. We bought the first Model S Refresh. We knew he was a piece of shit then, but the same could be said of any automotive CEO. Then he rapidly got worse and now it's my shame mobile. I actually love the car, but I feel so fucking gross driving it.

[–] Jarix -2 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago)

I mentioned this to someone else but think about that and let it sink in. Your car makes you feel gross and yet you aren't able to get rid of it.

Sounds like cancer

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