Tesla Removes Disney+ App Amid Musk-Iger Feud
Move Sparks Criticism from Tesla Owners, Seen as Retaliation for Disney's Advertising Pullout from Musk's Social Media Platform
- Tesla has removed the Disney+ app from its in-vehicle entertainment system, a move widely interpreted as a continuation of CEO Elon Musk's feud with Disney CEO Bob Iger.
- The removal of the app has sparked criticism from Tesla owners, including influential user 'The Tesla Hoe', who accused Musk of inconveniencing customers due to his personal disagreements.
- Disney had previously pulled its advertising from Musk's social media platform, X, following a controversial post by Musk that was deemed antisemitic.
- Musk has publicly criticized Iger and called for his dismissal, escalating the feud between the two high-profile CEOs.
- Despite the removal of the app, some Tesla owners have found workarounds to access Disney+ in their vehicles.