A website called “Dogequest” reportedly has published the personal information of Tesla owners nationwide in an apparent bid to shame and intimidate them as Elon Musk’s ties with the Trump White House have grown.
The site, called “Dogequest,” reportedly reveals the names, addresses and phone numbers of Tesla owners throughout the US using an interactive map — and uses an image of a Molotov cocktail as a cursor.
The site’s operators, who also posted the exact locations of Tesla dealerships, said that they will remove identifying information about Tesla drivers only if they provide proof that they sold their electric vehicles, according to 404 Media.
News of the doxing site follows a string of reported incidents of vandalism aimed at Tesla drivers and dealerships in the wake of CEO Elon Musk’s high-profile role as head of the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
The website also hosts personal details allegedly belonging to employees of DOGE, according to the 404 Media report, though the authenticity of the information has not been confirmed.
It is unclear where the alleged Tesla owner data has been sourced from.
One section of the site is devoted to the question: “Is DOGEQUEST a protest platform?”
“If you’re on the hunt for a Tesla to unleash your artistic flair with a spray can, just step outside — no map needed! At DOGEQUEST, we believe in empowering creative expressions of protest that you can execute from the comfort of your own home.”
According to 404 Media, the site said that it would remove a Tesla owner’s data if they show proof that they sold their car.
Under the heading “I want my information removed,” the site says “Absolutely! Just provide us with proof that you’ve sold your Tesla.”
One notable incident occurred earlier this month in Loveland, Colo., where a woman was arrested for attacking a Tesla dealership with an incendiary device.
At least two Tesla dealerships in Oregon were targeted by gunshots in recent weeks. There were no reported injuries.
Even owners of the recently released Cybertruck have reported regular incidents of harassment, including obscene gestures and verbal insults.
In addition to personal data of purported Tesla owners, “DOGEQUEST” shows locations for Tesla dealerships and approximate positions for the company’s supercharger stations.
The Post was unable to access “DOGEQUEST” on Tuesday after 404 Media published its report.
A spokesperson for the Justice Department was not available for comment.
Doxing is the act of publicly sharing someone’s private or personal information without their consent, often with the intent to harass, intimidate or harm them.
While sharing publicly available information may not always break the law, doxing can violate regulations related to harassment, stalking, threats, or invasion of privacy — potentially leading to criminal charges or civil lawsuits.
There is no single federal law in the United States that explicitly criminalizes doxing, but several federal statutes can be used to prosecute doxing-related offenses, depending on the circumstances.
Investigative outlet 404 Media confirmed that some individuals listed indeed own Teslas or have expressed public support for Tesla and Musk, though comprehensive verification has yet to be completed.
404 Media also reported accurate listings for several Tesla dealerships but noted discrepancies in some plotted locations on the map.
Demonstrations branded as “Tesla Takedown” protests occur weekly across various US locations, frequently resulting in vandalism of Tesla vehicles, charging stations, and dealerships.
Tesla’s stock price dipped another 6% in the morning trading session on Wall Street on Tuesday.
As of noon, shares of the company were trading at around $230 — more than 50% lower than its all-time high of nearly $480 per share in mid-December.
The Post has sought comment from Tesla.
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