Senator Patricia Fahy has reversed her support for Tesla after CEO Elon Musk's close ties with the Trump administration prompted her to question the company's influence on New York's electric vehicle market. For over a decade, Fahy championed Tesla against state dealer regulations; however, her new legislation seeks to revoke Tesla's five licenses, claiming they offer an unfair advantage. This move is aimed at fostering competition among EV manufacturers while also expressing concerns over Musk's environmental policies. Contrarily, some Republican lawmakers view this initiative as a misguided attempt to interfere with market dynamics.
Fahy’s shift stems from Musk's affiliation with Trump’s administration, which she believes harms electric vehicle initiatives, leading her to oppose Tesla's direct sales in New York.
Fahy argues that Tesla's unfair advantage via a legislative waiver undermines competition, prompting her bill that could revoke five licenses and redistribute them among competitors.
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