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A Tesla dealership in Canada has become the latest flashpoint in a growing backlash against Elon Musk’s expanding influence.

According to Hamilton Police, upwards of 80 Teslas parked outdoors were damaged on Wednesday — the largest act of vandalism against the US electric carmaker in Canada to date.

Police described “deep scratches and punctured tires” across dozens of vehicles.


Since Donald Trump appointed Musk to head the newly minted Department of Government Efficiency, Tesla has found itself a symbol of innovation to some, but has also become a lightning rod for protests.

Canadian Trump critics have rallied against the new President after his calls to make the nation America’s “51st state”, with analysts predicting widespread discontent to flourish in nations Mr Trump has actively antagonised.

His inclusion of the world’s richest man in his White House brains trust has only poured fuel on the fire, with progressives in North America claiming corruption.