Endorsing an antisemitic post on X. Withholding Starlink satellite internet service from Ukraine to prevent drone attacks on Russian forces. Reposting conspiracy theorists who say the Biden administration’s immigration policies are part of a plot to increase the number of people who vote Democrat.
Elon Musk’s behavior and public statements have clearly offended many people, especially left-leaning consumers who are most likely to buy an electric car.
As a business reporter covering Tesla, the company where Mr. Musk is chief executive, I’m investigating the extent to which his public persona is tarnishing the company’s brand and hurting sales. Or, as Mr. Musk, do people choose the best car regardless of what the chief executive says and does?
If you own a Tesla, are thinking of buying one or have considered buying one but ended up choosing another brand, I’d love to hear from you.
I will read each submission and contact some respondents again to learn more. I will not share your contact information outside of The Times newsroom or use it for any other reason than to follow up with you. And I will not publish any part of your submission without contacting you and hearing back from you first.
