Global protests against Tesla CEO Elon Musk

Protesters gathered outside Tesla showrooms around the world on Saturday as part of a global day of action against billionaire chief executive Elon Musk. The protest is part of the Tesla Takedown movement — a grassroots campaign that calls for people to boycott Tesla, sell their shares and join local picket lines in a peaceful demonstration against Musk’s influence.

Elon Musk opens controversial Tesla factory near Berlin

The electric car maker Tesla is set to open its first European factory in the coming weeks. The company has thrown a party to unveil its new plant just outside Berlin – but it's not without controversy. Environmental concerns mean its construction has not yet been given final approval – but that hasn't deterred Tesla founder Elon Musk.