Polestar tries to poach Tesla buyers after Musk's 'unacceptable' and 'arrogant' behavior
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Elon Musk has increasingly engaged in politics, especially following the recent Presidential Election, which he deems critical for America's future. Michael Lohscheller, CEO of Polestar, reacted negatively to Musk's political antics, claiming they create advantageous opportunities for Polestar by attracting those dissatisfied with Musk's leanings towards right-wing parties. Lohscheller believes Musk's political actions are 'pure arrogance' and 'totally unacceptable,' especially in the context of German politics. Despite Musk's controversial involvement, Tesla achieved record sales in Q4, highlighting the complexity of consumer responses to political affiliations.
Michael Lohscheller expressed that many consumers are turned off by Elon Musk's political involvement, which he sees as creating a niche for Polestar to leverage.
Lohscheller criticized Musk's endorsement of right-wing parties, calling it 'pure arrogance' and declared it 'totally unacceptable,' particularly from an outsider influencing German politics.
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