Former U.S. President Donald Trump purchased a new Tesla car on Tuesday. He bought a red Tesla and later took a drive with Tesla CEO Elon Musk. Just a day after announcing his support for his friend, Trump bought the car and drove it in front of the White House. A video of this moment was posted on social media and quickly went viral.
Trump sat in the driver’s seat while Musk sat next to him. Both appeared cheerful and engaged in a conversation about how to start the car. Trump praised the car’s beauty and mentioned that it could reach a speed of 95 km/h.
Trump stated that he did not ask for any discount. Even when Musk offered one, he refused and paid the full market price. He appreciated the car’s quality and performance. Following Trump’s purchase, Tesla’s market value is expected to rise significantly.