A recent poll shows that 47% of Americans have a negative opinion of Tesla and its CEO Elon Musk

According to a CNBC poll, 47% of Americans have a negative view of Tesla, while only 27% view it positively. Elon Musk's controversial political activities, including support for Donald Trump, have contributed to this negative perception. Musk is seen as a polarizing figure, with 50% of the public having a negative opinion of him. Despite the interest in electric vehicles, many potential customers do not have the same regard for Tesla. The survey was based on a sample of 1,000 people.