Tesla’s recent robotaxi launch event in Austin, Texas lacked the usual big, bold hype and was predominantly covered by a dedicated group of Tesla influencers and Elon Musk superfans. Critical journalists and tech bloggers were sidelined and often mocked by fans for raising basic questions about the service. This behavior reflects a broader culture encouraged by Musk, which fosters resentment against critical media coverage. Prominent influencer Zack on X reportedly ignored repeated attempts from a Reuters journalist to engage, garnering strong support from other users who expressed disdain for traditional media.
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