Elon Musk has made one final jab at President Joe Biden and his administration for continuously snubbing Tesla during his presidency. This ongoing disregard for Tesla was highlighted by a particular incident at an EV summit three years ago, where President Biden praised General Motors and its CEO Mary Barra, claiming they were the leaders in the EV transition.
Throughout the past four years, Musk has had a tumultuous relationship with the White House, struggling to establish any meaningful connections with Biden or his team. Unfortunately, this lack of rapport did not result in any acknowledgment for Tesla, especially since Musk was openly critical of the Biden administration.
One major source of contention for Musk was the snub at the EV Summit in 2021, where Tesla’s contributions were overlooked, and the lack of recognition still seems to bother the Tesla CEO today. In response to a clip from the summit where Biden lauded Mary Barra for leading the EV revolution in the U.S., Musk took one last dig at the Biden administration, bidding them farewell as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office in January.
Musk’s tweet, “You will not find a better friend than me, nor a worse enemy,” was a clear indication of his feelings towards the Biden administration. The fact that Tesla holds over 50% of the market share in the U.S. clearly demonstrates that the company has been at the forefront of the country’s EV adoption, despite the lack of recognition from the government.
While GM has a long history in the EV sector and has had successful projects like the Chevrolet Bolt, Silverado EV, and Hummer EV, it is undeniable that Tesla has played a significant role in driving EV adoption in the U.S. Biden’s repeated snubs towards Tesla and Musk likely played a part in pushing Musk towards the Republicans, potentially influencing the outcome of the election.
In conclusion, Musk’s final jab at the Biden administration serves as a reminder of the strained relationship between Tesla and the government. Despite the lack of recognition, Tesla continues to lead the way in the EV market, and Musk’s comments reflect his frustration with being overlooked.