Tesla has been removed from the Vancouver International Auto Show, with executive director Eric Nicholl citing safety concerns just days before the show kicks off.
According to Nicholl, Tesla was given multiple opportunities to withdraw before the organisers made their decision.
“The Vancouver Auto Show’s primary concern is the safety of attendees, exhibitors, and staff. This decision will ensure all attendees can be solely focused on enjoying the many positive elements of the event,” Nicholl said in a statement.
Safety concerns arose after there were multiple protests against Tesla in the U.S. and Canada. The protests broke out due to political comments from Tesla CEO, Elon Musk and his affiliation with U.S. President Donald Trump, who has called for Canada to be the 51st U.S. state.
Last week British Columbia Hydro also banned Tesla products from its electric vehicle rebate program.
“The Government of B.C. and BC Hydro are taking action to preference Canadian goods in our rebate programs going forward and to exclude, where practicable, U.S. produced goods,” a statement from BC Hydro said.
Tesla stocks have also been plummeting for nine weeks straight, with investors calling for Musk to step down as CEO.
