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As if the stock slump weren't enough, signs also indicate a deterioration in Tesla's brand loyalty, particularly in California, the company's most significant U.S. market. Anti-Tesla protests have emerged, fueled in part by Musk's controversial political decisions. As dissatisfaction grows, potential buyers are beginning to favor alternative brands like Ford and Hyundai. The erosion of Tesla's once-strong brand image presents an alarming shift for the company.