Elon Musk's Tesla has seen a huge drop in sales in a number of European countries in recent weeks as the billionaire's involvement in politics has taken a toll on his business

Tesla sales in Europe have reportedly plummeted as Elon Musk pedals his political agenda, not only in countries like Germany but also in the U.S.

Elon Musk, the world's richest man and a close ally of President Donald Trump, has faced widespread accusations of making a Nazi gesture twice during a speech to a crowd of Trump supporters gathered at Washington's Capital One Arena for an indoor "Presidential Parade" on Monday, shortly after Trump's second inauguration.

SpaceX and Tesla CEO Elon Musk comes under fire for making gesture at President Trump rally similar to Nazi salute.

Musk clapped his right hand onto his heart and then thrusted his arm straight outward at an angle with his palm facing down.

Elon Musk is mulling legal action against “creepy” Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz for suggesting he performed the Nazi salute during his speech after Trump’s inauguration.

Some 1.1 million people were murdered at the camp - located in Poland - between 1940 and 1945, the majority of who were Jewish. Polish Sport and Tourism Minister Sławomir Nitras condemned Musk's comments and has since called for a Tesla boycott.

Popularity has plummeted in markets like Germany, a country still haunted by its fascist past, where Tesla's share of EV sales plummeted to just 3.7% last month versus 14% a year earlier.

Though Tesla’s shares doubled over the past 12 months, they’ve had a tough run since the inauguration. Investors are waiting to see if Elon Musk can keep the company’s charmed run going.

Tesla sales have plummeted across Europe amid fears owner Elon Musk's political affiliations are causing motorists to turn away from the electric vehicle brand. The latest sales data from across the continent show a staggering 59.