Few auto executives are as closely identified with the companies they manage as Elon Musk, the chief executive of Tesla, is.
And probably none are more prolific in broadcasting their political views on social media.
His image as an erratic, impulsive manager appears to have rubbed off on the cars, raising doubts in some people’s minds about their quality and helping to explain why Tesla sales have been falling.
“Musk is a true lightning rod,” said Ben Rose, the president of Battle Road Research, which has a generally positive view on Tesla’s stock.
“There are people who swear by him and people who swear at him.
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