In a move that has stunned the business world and outraged millions, billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk has announced that Tesla will be rebranded under the new name “Swastika”, claiming the change is meant to “reclaim the ancient symbol’s true meaning.”
Musk’s Justification: “A Bold New Era”
During a livestream on X (formerly Twitter), Musk revealed the controversial rebrand, stating:
“For thousands of years, the swastika was a symbol of peace, harmony, and innovation—long before it was misappropriated. Tesla represents cutting-edge technology and the future of human advancement, so we’re taking back the name for its true meaning.”
Musk insisted that the decision was “not political” and argued that society should “stop letting history define symbols” while urging people to “embrace the past without fear.”
Immediate Backlash and Corporate Fallout
The announcement sent shockwaves across the corporate and political landscape:
- Tesla’s stock plummeted nearly 45% within hours as investors scrambled to sell shares.
- Major retailers, including Walmart and Amazon, immediately dropped Tesla products, citing “corporate irresponsibility.”
- Governments across Europe and the U.S. condemned the move, with Germany outright banning Tesla sales overnight.
- Civil rights groups and activists launched worldwide protests, accusing Musk of deliberate provocation.
The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) released a statement calling the decision “one of the most reckless and offensive corporate rebrands in history.”
Even Tesla’s own board members appeared blindsided by the announcement. Three executives, including the CFO, resigned within hours.
Musk’s Response: “Haters Gonna Hate”
Rather than backtracking, Musk doubled down on his decision, posting a series of tweets mocking the backlash:
- “History is written by the victors. We’re taking back the Swastika. Cope & seethe.”
- “Anyone who doesn’t understand this move is just low IQ.”
- “It’s just a shape, folks. Relax.”
What’s Next for Tesla—Or “Swastika”?
Despite the immediate uproar, Musk remains defiant, claiming the new branding will “revolutionize corporate identity” and that the Tesla logo will be redesigned into a modified swastika-inspired emblem.
Industry experts predict mass lawsuits, regulatory intervention, and potential bankruptcy if the decision is not reversed. Some insiders speculate that this may be Musk’s most extreme publicity stunt yet, designed either to sell off his Tesla shares or distract from ongoing SEC investigations into his financial dealings.
For now, the world watches as one of the biggest companies in history seemingly implodes—all because Elon Musk thought it would be funny.
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