Tesla
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RNZ : How much of Elon Musk’s wealth comes from government help? Virtually all of it
Frames Tesla's financial viability as historically dependent on government mechanisms rather than product success
The article repeatedly emphasizes Tesla's reliance on regulatory credits and loans, noting that it didn't post a profit without credit sales until 2021. It highlights that credit sales accounted for up to 25% of revenue and brought in over $14 billion, framing this as essential to survival.
“Those credit sales accounted for nearly 25 percent of the company's revenue in 2008 and 10 percent of its revenue throughout the next five years.”
news.com.au : Tesla takes aim at Hyundai Palisade tragedy in social media clip
Tesla framed as a morally superior alternative to Hyundai
[outrage_appeal], [moral_framing]
“If you’re not a monster, buy Tesla over Hyundai,” another person said.”
The Washington Post : Elon Musk’s online posts show him increasingly focused on race and Whiteness
Tesla is framed as suffering due to Musk’s political distractions
[cherry_picking], [misleading_context] — The article notes Tesla’s sales struggles and links them to Musk’s political actions, suggesting mismanagement. It contrasts Rivian’s focus with Musk’s 'obsessions,' implying Tesla is failing because of leadership priorities.
“contributed to a drop in sales and its stock price”