In the text exchange, which couldn’t be independently verified by CNBC, Musk asked Gates: “Do you still have a half billion dollar short position against Tesla?”
To which Gates replied: “Sorry to say I haven’t closed it out. I would like to discuss philanthropy possibilities.”
Musk shot back: “Sorry, I cannot take your philanthropy on climate change seriously when you have a massive short position against Tesla, the company doing the most to solve climate change.”
Had the opposite issue with a vehicle. Flooring the clutch (not even engaging the tranny) would stall the vehicle. Had it happen as I was turning left, across traffic. The only reason I was able to recover safely was reading reports of it being a known issue. If this story is true, this guy has to have a plan if he'd encountered this before. I suppose the fact that him and his passenger were the only casualties might suggest he did all he could.
Probably, could also be falling on the sword so others aren't exposed. I'd imagine that's how they'd run things in practice.