Andrew Tate rented supercars to appear uberwealthy, lawyers say

Lawyers for social media personalities Andrew and Tristan Tate have argued in court that the brothers deliberately portray themselves as "uberwealthy" by renting luxury cars and yachts, as their "business model depends on online attention." These submissions were made as British police seek the brothers' extradition from the US over an investigation into alleged sexual offenses, which the Tates deny.

According to their legal representatives, the "outrageousness" of their posts is the point, designed to generate views, likes, and ultimately income. The lawyers stated that promotional videos featuring yachts do not indicate ownership, and that the supercars, including a $2.1 million Aston Martin and Bugattis valued at $5 million and $7 million, were rented. They also noted that valuations of Andrew Tate's watch collection were based on third-party publications.

The Tate brothers were arrested by US marshals in Miami. They face numerous charges, including rape, sexual assault, and trafficking for sexual exploitation, with alleged offenses occurring between July 2010 and August 2017. The brothers have "unequivocally" denied wrongdoing, with Andrew Tate describing them as "very innocent men."

Britain's Crown Prosecution Service has brought new charges against the two relating to alleged offenses involving four alleged victims between July 2010 and August 2017. Separately, Andrew Tate is being sued in England by four women over allegations of sexual violence.