A rainbow-colored Tesla Cybertruck turned heads at the Los Angeles LGBTQ Pride Parade, sparking controversy over Elon Musk's stance on the community.
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Multicolored Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck painted in rainbow colors at the Los Angeles Gay Pride Parade , became the center of attention of those present. People photographed and filmed the unusual car, painted in LGBTQ pride colors. The event sparked intense reactions on social media, including ridicule and jokes on the r/TeslaMotors subreddit.
Criticism of Elon Musk
Many Reddit and X Twitter users expressed the opinion that Elon Musk would not like the color of his electric car, accusing the billionaire of disdain for the LGBTQ community, especially transgender people. The Cybertruck's rainbow paint job was seen by some as a sarcastic nod to Musk's views.
Transgender daughter of Musk
One of Elon Musk's daughters is transgender, but she does not want to have any relationship with him. Biographer Walter Isaacson has suggested that Musk's transphobic remarks may have been triggered by his daughter's transition.
Past support for LGBTQ people
Before Elon Musk became a billionaire, his companies were considered great places to work for members of the LGBTQ community. Tesla even sponsored Pride events and produced rainbow-colored cars until 2022. However, Musk has not yet commented on the case of the decorated Cybertruck.
Glossary
- Tesla is an American company, manufacturer of electric vehicles and energy storage systems.
- Cybertruck is an all-electric pickup truck developed by Tesla.
- LGBTQ (LGBTQ+) is an acronym for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and other gender non-conforming people.
- Reddit is a popular English-language site where registered users can post texts, links, images and videos.
- X Twitter is a social network formerly known as Twitter, owned by Elon Musk.
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- Subreddit r/TeslaMotors
- Reddit comment
- Information about Musk's transgender daughter
- Biographer's guess on the reasons for Musk's transphobia
- Tesla's rating as a good place to work for LGBTQ people
- Elon Musk's tweet about gay friends
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A Tesla Cybertruck, decorated in rainbow colors, participated in the Los Angeles LGBTQ community parade. This attracted the attention of the crowd and caused controversy online.
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Иван
I don't know what to think about this. On the one hand, it's cool that Tesla supports the LGBT community. But on the other hand, this looks like Elon Musk’s attempt to wash himself away from accusations of transphobia. 🤔
Сара
I think that regardless of the reasons, this is a good gesture on Tesla's part. Shows that the company is committed to being inclusive and accepting of everyone. ❤️🌈
Жан
Something tells me that Musk is not enthusiastic about this idea. He is also known for his conservative views. But maybe I'm wrong and he actually supports LGBT people? 🤷♂️
Мария
I'm glad Tesla is taking these steps. I hope this will help society become more tolerant and accepting. And those who criticize this initiative are simply stuck in the last century. 🌈✨
Ханс
Gentlemen, don't be dramatic! It's just a car repainted in rainbow colors. What's the big deal? People attach too much importance to such things. 🙄
Злата
And I think this is a great way for Tesla to show its support for the LGBT community. It doesn't matter what Musk's views are, the main thing is that the company is doing the right things. 👏🏻🌈
Ежи
Typical PR move from Tesla. First they ignore the LGBT community, and now they suddenly decide to support them? I don't believe in their sincerity. 🤥
Грумпи Смит
These fashion trends just piss me off! What is this all for? They decorated the car and think they are so advanced. Funny and stupid. In my time there was no such madness. 😠