Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) stock has reached day 5 of an uninterrupted series of days marked by gains, resulting in a total return of 18% over this span. The gains appear to be driven largely by CEO Elon Musk’s purchase of about 2.

A hot chocolate-loving computer whiz uncovered data the car company claimed didn't exist. Here's how he did it.

Keying incidents like this against Tesla vehicles have often occurred unprompted, due in no small part to the tarnishing of the brand by CEO Elon Musk. His political stances have caused protests, boycotts, and vandalism against both Tesla cars and charging stations. Some owners have gone so far as to disguise their vehicles to avoid damage.

The looming expiration date of federal electric vehicle (EV) tax credits has shaken up the EV market, and Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA), the leading American EV manufacturer, may be the most impacted. Its shares have dropped 45% in 2025, reaching a calendar-year low of $214 in April.

Some claims have been dismissed in the suit, which also involves Warner Bros., about imagery used at a 2024 Tesla event—but there's no resolution yet.