Wheels: Used Tesla market heats up as owners sell to protest Elon Musk

Teslas that have been sold or traded in have become bargains on lots.

View in browser|nytimes.com April 15, 2025 The Wheels newsletter is delivered monthly. The next one will appear on Tuesday, May 20. Loren Elliott for The New York Times Used Tesla Market Heats Up as Owners Sell to Protest Elon Musk Teslas that have been sold or traded in during the backlash against the company's chief executive have become bargains on lots. By Neal E. Boudette Mark Thompson/Getty Images In Formula 1, a 2-Second Pit Stop Is a Vital Dance A bad one can ruin a race, but pit teams that can move like Rudolf Nureyev can shave time in a sport where split seconds count. By Phillip Horton Saul Martinez for The New York Times Auto Tariffs Take Effect, Putting Pressure on New Car Prices President Trump says the tariffs will encourage investment in U.S. factories, but analysts say car buyers will have to pay thousands more. By Jack Ewing Philip Cheung for The New York Times How Major Car Brands Are Affected by Trump's Tariffs The scale of the damage depends on the circumstances of each company's supply chain. By Vikas Bajaj Scott Olson/Getty Images Autoworkers Union Chief Gives Trump's Tariffs a Mixed Review In an address to the U.A.W., Shawn Fain said a targeted approach could help bring jobs back to the United States, but he criticized universal duties. By Neal E. Boudette NEWS Volkswagen to Add 'Import Fee' to Cars Sold in U.S. The company's move is one of the first and clearest examples of automakers using price increases to deal with the 25 percent tariffs President Trump imposed on car and auto parts imports. By Neal E. Boudette Ford Offers Discounts on Cars and Trucks as Auto Tariffs Kick In The company said it would offer customers the same prices it offers its employees on most of its vehicles. By Neal E. Boudette Elon Musk Backlash Turns Into Global Sales Slump for Tesla Mr. Musk's involvement in right-wing politics contributed to a 13% drop in deliveries in the first quarter, including steep declines in E.V.-friendly places like Norway. By Melissa Eddy and Jack Ewing Auto Sales Surged in Anticipation of Trump's Tariffs Sales of cars picked up recently partly as buyers rushed to lock in deals before President Trump's 25 percent tariffs on cars and auto parts go into effect. By Jack Ewing Trump Pardons Trevor Milton, Founder of Bankrupt Truck Maker Nikola President Trump's intervention came while Mr. Milton was appealing his conviction on securities and wire fraud charges. By Jack Ewing They Loved Their Teslas. Now They're Too Embarrassed to Drive Them. Fury at Elon Musk emerges as vandalism, protest and buyer's remorse. By John Leland Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Wheels from The New York Times. To stop receiving Wheels, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018