Tesla’s sales in Germany take a nosedive after Elon Musk publicly supports far-right views, causing major backlash in Europe’s largest car market.

The backlash against the electric vehicle company has turned violent at times, as its billionaire chief executive parlays his support for President Trump into consequential influence over the federal government.

Tesla Inc.’s registrations plummeted in Germany last month as Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk irked voters taking part in the country’s closely contested federal election.