The vandalism against Tesla in the United States is gradually getting out of control, and rows of Tesla vehicles have been set on fire.According to CCTV reports, Tesla stores, cars, and charging piles have been severely damaged in many places in the United States recently, and protests against the purchase of Tesla cars have also occurred in some areas. ABC reported on the 25th local time that on the morning of the 24th, multiple combustion devices were discovered at a Tesla sales center in Texas, USA.

According to ABC statistics, relevant U.S. departments have received 48 reports of Tesla damage incidents recently. The FBI stated,Since January, Tesla vehicles have been vandalized in at least nine states in the United States. Tesla vehicles, charging stations and stores in many places have been set on fire, graffitied or shot at.

The FBI said on the 24th that it had set up a task force to investigate these incidents against Tesla. The FBI urges the public to remain vigilant and watch for suspicious activity in the area surrounding Tesla dealerships.

It is understood that the reason why Tesla is frequently the target of vandalism, arson, and protests is thatIt’s because Tesla CEO Musk plays an important role in the government led by U.S. President Trump. He is responsible for the massive layoffs of the U.S. federal government., and supports European far-right parties and political ideas, which has caused dissatisfaction among some people in the United States and Europe.

At the same time, Musk’s series of actions in the U.S. government are causing a huge impact on Tesla’s brand image in Europe.

Data from the European Automobile Manufacturers Association shows that from January to February this year, Tesla’s new car registrations in the EU market fell by 49% year-on-year.