- Musk reveals Trump calls him unexpectedly.
- Trump’s EV stance shifts from critic to supporter.
- Their alliance could reshape electric vehicle policies in America.
Unexpected calls and surprising shifts
Tesla CEO Elon Musk revealed during the company’s annual shareholder meeting that former President Donald Trump occasionally calls him “out of the blue.”
These impromptu conversations may be influencing Trump’s stance on electric vehicles, which has recently shifted from criticism to support.
Trump, once a vocal opponent of EVs, surprised supporters at an Arizona rally by declaring himself a “big fan of electric cars” and praising Musk.
This dramatic turnaround follows years of anti-EV rhetoric and promises to undo Biden’s electric vehicle policies.
Persuasion, patriotism, and pals
Musk attributes Trump’s changing views to his persuasive skills and emphasis on EVs’ climate benefits and American leadership in the industry.
He also noted that many of Trump’s friends now own Teslas, potentially swaying the former president’s opinion.
The budding relationship between these two influential figures could significantly impact the future of electric vehicles in American politics.
