A dark web site linked to threats against Tesla owners, Dogequest, has reappeared after the Department of Justice (DOJ) arrested three individuals in cases related to Tesla properties. The site's return has raised new concerns among law enforcement and Tesla enthusiasts about its activities.
The platform, known as DOGEQUEST Unleashed, now hosts a database containing personal details of Tesla owners, including names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses. It also reveals information about Tesla dealers, supercharger locations, and employees from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a government reform group associated with Elon Musk.
Authorities are struggling to take down the expanded dark web version of the site, which serves as both a protest hub and a source of content that some say encourages vandalism and harassment. Dogequest has urged visitors to use its dark web platform, calling it a "decentralized revolutionary system" connecting Tesla supporters and DOGE advocates. However, the standard version of the site remained operational as of Tuesday morning.
The resurgence of Dogequest comes amid a rise in attacks on Tesla dealerships, superchargers, and vehicles across the U.S. The FBI has launched a special task force to investigate and prevent further incidents, while the DOJ has warned that those targeting Tesla properties will face severe legal consequences. Attorney General Pamela Bondi recently announced stricter penalties for such crimes, categorizing them as domestic terrorism.
Political tensions have escalated as a result of the Dogequest-Tesla conflict. Bondi issued a formal warning to Texas Representative Jasmine Crockett after she made remarks suggesting action should be taken against Musk. Bondi assured Tesla owners that they would receive full protection from law enforcement.
As threats against Tesla continue to grow, authorities remain on high alert, closely monitoring potential risks to both the company and its supporters.