A fire that severely damaged four vehicles in a Toulouse suburb was ruled as criminal, not accidental, by local authorities. Mayor Philippe Guyot confirmed firefighters quickly assessed the situation, asserting that the dealership was not the intended target. The incident highlights an uptick in anti-Tesla actions in Europe, particularly following Elon Musk's controversial political ties. Furthermore, Tesla's sales have seen a significant decrease, halving year-on-year in January 2025 across Germany and France, which may exacerbate challenges for the brand in these markets.
The prosecutor's office indicated that the damage to four cars was linked to a blaze deemed 'not at all accidental,' raising concerns regarding potential criminal activity.
Philippe Guyot, the mayor of Plaisance-du-Touch, stated that firefighters quickly concluded the fire's origins were criminal, although the dealership itself was not the target.
Recent anti-Tesla actions in Europe have emerged, coinciding with Elon Musk’s political alignments and have influenced public sentiment against the brand.
Sales figures highlighted a stark decline for Tesla, with a reported 50% drop in registrations in Germany and France in January 2025, signaling market challenges.
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