Politicians Across The World Who Took Steering Of Tesla Cars | Photos

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday took a ride in the Tesla car outside the Vidhan Bhavan in Mumbai, a day after the Elon Musk-owned American company marked its official entry into the Indian market with the launch of its first showroom in the city. (ANI)

Earlier in March this year, US President Donald Trump took the driver’s seat in a Tesla during a White House event with Elon Musk, and announced plans to buy one. (YouTube)

US Lawmaker Thomas Massie (R KY) is often spotted with his Tesla Model S outside the Capitol. He was among the first lawmakers to install EV chargers on Congress grounds. (Politico)

US Senator Ted Cruz (R TX) has expressed interest in getting a Tesla, citing that his daughters "think they’re cool". (Politico)

US Senator Mark Kelly (D AZ) explicitly returned his Tesla, saying he couldn’t associate with its owner, criticizing Elon Musk’s political involvement. (San Antonio Express)

Australian lawmaker from Goldstein, Victoria Zoe Daniel also drove Tesla. She faced backlash for driving a Tesla, as opponents frame it as aligning with Elon Musk’s controversial political views. (The Australian)