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Tesla ejected from Vancouver Auto Show over “safety concerns” amid rising attacks

By isabelle // 2025-03-20

• Tesla was removed from the Vancouver International Auto Show due to "safety concerns" amid a wave of attacks on Tesla dealerships and vehicles in the U.S. and Canada.
• Elon Musk labeled the attacks as "domestic terrorism," while the auto show claimed Tesla "voluntarily withdrew," sparking accusations of capitulation to intimidation.
• Recent incidents include vandalism, arson, and shootings targeting Tesla properties, with a doxxing website encouraging violence against Tesla owners and dealerships.
• Leftist rhetoric and Musk's political views have amplified anti-Tesla sentiment, contributing to the company's declining sales and used car prices.
• The auto show's decision raises concerns about businesses yielding to intimidation, with critics warning of broader implications for free enterprise and public safety.

Tesla was abruptly removed from the Vancouver International Auto Show this week, with organizers citing “safety concerns” as the primary reason. The decision comes amid a wave of coordinated attacks on Tesla dealerships and vehicles across the U.S., which Elon Musk has labeled as “domestic terrorism.” Despite claims that the removal was not “political,” the auto show’s insistence that Tesla “voluntarily withdraw” has left many questioning whether the event is capitulating to intimidation tactics. The Vancouver Auto Show, which began Wednesday and runs through the weekend, is one of Western Canada’s premier automotive events, drawing over 130,000 visitors last year. However, this year’s show will proceed without Tesla, a company that has become a lightning rod for controversy. Eric Nicholl, the show’s executive director, stated that Tesla was “removed as a participant” after the company declined multiple requests to withdraw voluntarily. “The Vancouver Auto Show’s primary concern is the safety of attendees, exhibitors, and staff,” Nicholl said in a statement. “This decision will ensure all attendees can be solely focused on enjoying the many positive elements of the event.”

A coordinated campaign of violence

The decision to exclude Tesla follows a series of alarming incidents targeting the company. In recent weeks, Tesla dealerships and vehicles have been vandalized, set on fire, and even shot at in cities across the U.S. and Canada. In Las Vegas, a suspect used incendiary devices to set multiple Tesla vehicles ablaze at a collision center, while in Oregon, a Tesla dealership was shot at, damaging vehicles on the lot. Musk has been vocal in condemning these attacks, calling them “evil” and a form of “domestic terrorism.” In a now-deleted post on X, Musk wrote, “My companies make great products that people love and I’ve never physically hurt anyone. So why the hate and violence against me? Because I am a deadly threat to the woke mind parasite and the humans it controls.” Adding fuel to the fire, a website has emerged that actively encourages violence against Tesla owners and dealerships. The site, which features a Molotov cocktail as its cursor, publishes the locations of Tesla dealerships and even offers to remove personal information of Tesla owners—but only if they provide proof they’ve sold their vehicle.

Leftist rhetoric amplifies tensions

Far from condemning these attacks, some leftist influencers and Democratic figures appear to be amplifying anti-Tesla rhetoric. This has created a charged environment where Tesla and its CEO are increasingly vilified, not just for their products but for Musk’s outspoken political views and his role as an advisor to President Donald Trump. The backlash against Tesla has also had economic consequences. The company recently reported its first annual sales decline, with used Tesla prices falling at more than double the rate of the average car. While increased competition and market saturation are factors, the ongoing attacks and negative publicity are likely contributing to the downturn. The Vancouver Auto Show’s decision to remove Tesla raises troubling questions about whether businesses and events are yielding to intimidation. By citing “safety concerns” while simultaneously pressuring Tesla to withdraw voluntarily, the show’s organizers have left themselves open to accusations of capitulation. As Attorney General Pam Bondi noted in a recent statement, the attacks on Tesla are “nothing short of domestic terrorism.” She warned vandals, “If you’re going to touch a Tesla, go to a dealership, do anything, you better watch out, because we’re coming after you.” For now, Tesla remains a focal point of both innovation and controversy. But as the attacks continue and events like the Vancouver Auto Show distance themselves from the company, the broader implications for free enterprise and public safety remain deeply concerning. Sources for this article include: Modernity.news CNN.com FoxBusiness.com

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