SNL’s Hilarious Take on Tesla’s Self-Destructing Car
Welcome to the realm of absurdity, where electric cars and self-destruction collide in a delightful satire! This weekend, “Saturday Night Live” took a sharp jab at Elon Musk, the man who seems to thrive on controversy, showcasing just how outlandish the Tesla narrative has become. In a sketch that cleverly parodied President Trump’s recent tariff pronouncement, Mike Myers donned his signature Musk persona, and let’s just say it was a spectacle that could make even the most stoic observer chuckle. Musk, portrayed in a cheesehead hat (because why not?), burst onto the scene declaring his ambitions to “buy the election in Wisconsin.” This nod to his real-life attempt to influence the state’s Supreme Court elections added a layer of ridiculousness that felt all too real in today’s political landscape.
As the sketch unfolded, Myers’ Musk lamented the current state of Tesla, where, apparently, “no one likes Tesla cars” anymore. The self-reflective humor didn’t stop there; he introduced the fictitious Tesla Model V, a vehicle that takes self-sabotage to a new level. With features like “self-smashing headlights” and “AI-powered graffiti,” it was a delightful parody that poked fun at the very essence of Musk’s chaotic brand image. One can only imagine what actual Tesla owners felt watching this comedic take on their beloved electric chariots.
After the sketch aired, Musk took to social media, dismissing “SNL” as a show that “hasn’t been funny in a long time.” Oh, the irony! A billionaire tech mogul critiquing comedy while his brand is under siege from real-world protests and vandalism. Recent reports detail how Tesla showrooms and charging stations have become targets of vandalism, with at least ten incidents of damage reported. Clearly, the public sentiment is shifting, and Musk’s presence in the spotlight is raising eyebrows—and perhaps a few eyebrows have been raised in reluctant laughter as well.
In a world where political satire often mirrors reality, this sketch highlighted the bizarre landscape of modern celebrity culture and the volatile relationship between leaders and the brands they represent. As we dissect this comedic gem, one can’t help but wonder: are we laughing with Musk, or at him?
Class dismissed. Let’s hope this newfound wisdom about the absurdity of our times sticks around longer than Musk’s latest Twitter escapade.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and HuffPost, The Guardian, Variety
Attribution: Marla Aufmuth (Creative Commons)
