Cybertruck owners are joining a Facebook support group-and want to be a protected class
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Cybertruck owners are increasingly reporting harassment and hostility related to their vehicle ownership, claiming incidents of violence and vandalism, including a viral attack involving cheese. One owner has advocated for legislation to categorize these acts as hate crimes, emphasizing the emotional and physical toll of such experiences. The increasing trend of targeting Tesla owners, rooted in socio-political sentiments, has sparked discussions within online communities and among law enforcement, who are now addressing these harassment concerns more seriously. The situation highlights broader societal tensions surrounding vehicle ownership and personal expression.
"I find it deeply troubling that owning an American-made vehicle has made me-and many others-a target for unjustified hostility," he wrote in a Facebook post last week.
"I urge you to consider legislative action that would increase penalties for these acts, potentially classifying them as hate crimes or enhancing legal consequences for individuals who engage in such behavior."
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