Tesla Brand Recovery? New Survey Shows EV Giant Top Rating For US Loyalty – Palihapitiya Says 'Once You Drive A Tesla

A new S&P Global Mobility survey for February shows Tesla leading U.S. brand loyalty at 61.1% (up from 54.7% year-over-year), suggesting improving consumer sentiment that could support demand and investor confidence in TSLA. Chamath Palihapitiya amplified the positive takeaway on social media, highlighting Tesla’s FSD and convenience benefits — a high-profile endorsement that may bolster perception without direct company action. Legacy automakers like Ford and GM saw loyalty declines, while Lucid posted a notable jump, underscoring shifting dynamics in EV loyalty. The article frames the survey as a potential brand recovery for Tesla, which could help its stock narrative and underwrite long-term adoption of subscription services such as FSD.