As tensions escalate between the U.S. and Canada driven by tariffs and trade disputes, the anger towards Elon Musk and Tesla seems to boil over as vandalism incidents rise.
Canadians Express Anger Towards Elon Musk and Tesla Amid Trade Tensions
Canadians Express Anger Towards Elon Musk and Tesla Amid Trade Tensions
Vandalism against Tesla vehicles signals growing dissatisfaction with U.S.-Canada trade relations and Elon Musk's role in them.
Amid fraught trade relations with the U.S., Canadians have ramped up their protests against Tesla, targeting properties and vehicles owned by Elon Musk's electric car company. More than 80 Teslas suffered damage in Hamilton, Ontario, primarily through tire punctures and body scratches, according to police reports. These acts of vandalism coincide with a broader discontent towards the U.S. due to President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canadian steel and other products, which Canada retaliated against.
Notably, local climate activists from Last Generation Canada also vandalized a Tesla dealership in Montreal, applying pink spray paint to the exterior. Their actions were couched in allegations that Musk's influence was destroying democracy and promoting climate denial. Authorities arrested the involved activists and warned of escalating tensions.
Furthermore, the repercussions of the diplomatic strain have extended into commerce. A significant auto show in Vancouver made the decision to exclude Tesla, with event organizers focusing on creating a positive atmosphere for attendees. In a notable economic response, Ontario's government announced the cancellation of a lucrative contract with Musk’s Starlink satellite company, reinforcing the province's stance against U.S. policies.
Calls for increased scrutiny of Musk have gained traction in Canada, with thousands of citizens petitioning the government to strip him of Canadian citizenship, garnering over 376,000 signatures. This grassroots push illustrates a significant shift in Canadian national sentiment, causing citizens to rethink their interactions and relationships with American figures like Musk amidst the escalating political climate.
Notably, local climate activists from Last Generation Canada also vandalized a Tesla dealership in Montreal, applying pink spray paint to the exterior. Their actions were couched in allegations that Musk's influence was destroying democracy and promoting climate denial. Authorities arrested the involved activists and warned of escalating tensions.
Furthermore, the repercussions of the diplomatic strain have extended into commerce. A significant auto show in Vancouver made the decision to exclude Tesla, with event organizers focusing on creating a positive atmosphere for attendees. In a notable economic response, Ontario's government announced the cancellation of a lucrative contract with Musk’s Starlink satellite company, reinforcing the province's stance against U.S. policies.
Calls for increased scrutiny of Musk have gained traction in Canada, with thousands of citizens petitioning the government to strip him of Canadian citizenship, garnering over 376,000 signatures. This grassroots push illustrates a significant shift in Canadian national sentiment, causing citizens to rethink their interactions and relationships with American figures like Musk amidst the escalating political climate.
