On April 1, 2025, internet users shared a rumor that investor Warren Buffett of Berkshire Hathaway bought Tesla, billionaire Elon Musk's electric car company, for $1 trillion.

Musk's social media antics were part of an April Fool's prank, but investors weren't laughing. Tesla shares dropped another 5 percent, according to The Washington Post, with business experts openly questioning Musk's ability to lead the multi-billion dollar company.

Tuesday was April Fools’ Day, and while many people love to pull a prank on their loved ones, in recent years, the celebration has escalated to involve brands joining in on the hoaxes — and even some news outlets.

Did Warren Buffett acquire Elon Musk's Tesla for $1 trillion in cash? On April 1, Tuesday, an article was published which claimed that the investor had bought Tesla, leaving the internet in shock. The article caused a huge confusion on internet and to such an extent that Yahoo News US had to issue a clarification.

An online article created confusion with an April Fools’ Day prank claiming Warren Buffett bought Tesla for $1 trillion. The joke article, which included fake quotes and a playful reference to Musk as Tesla’s “chief meme officer,

DOGE leader Elon Musk discusses the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, stopping fraud and violent attacks on Tesla on 'The Five.'