Tesla has implemented a controversial legal strategy in China, frequently suing customers who publicly criticize the safety of their vehicles. The company has reportedly won most of these cases, leveraging its connections within the ruling Communist Party to bolster its position. One notable case involved a woman whose parents were injured in a Tesla crash; she was ordered by a Chinese court to pay $23,000 in damages after Tesla sued her for voicing concerns about the car's brakes. Reports indicate that Tesla's success rate in Chinese courts surpasses that of local administrative agencies, raising questions about the company's approach to accountability and customer relations. Critics argue that this aggressive tactic undermines free speech and reflects a broader trend of Tesla prioritizing legal victories over customer safety issues.