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Elon Musk, Who Wants To End EV Subsidies, Is Mad Tesla Was Denied Subsidies


Published on 2025-01-16 09:41:40 - MSN
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Elon Musk, who has previously advocated for the end of electric vehicle (EV) subsidies, expressed frustration over Tesla being denied subsidies in Indonesia. Despite his stance against government subsidies, Musk was disappointed when Tesla did not receive the expected incentives, which were instead granted to other EV manufacturers like BYD from China. This situation highlights a contradiction in Musk's approach to government support for the EV industry, as he has publicly criticized subsidies yet seems to expect them for his own company. The article also touches on the broader context of EV market competition and the strategic importance of subsidies in promoting EV adoption globally.

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