Tesla's board members contacted multiple executive search firms approximately a month ago, seeking potential candidates to succeed Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk , according to a report by the Wall Street Journal, which cited sources familiar with the discussions.
The Wall Street Journal reported that the Tesla board's initiative was triggered by Elon Musk's substantial engagement with the Donald Trump administration, though the current progress of this succession planning effort remains unclear.
In a recent development last week, Musk announced his intention to substantially reduce his involvement with the Trump administration and increase his focus on managing Tesla.
Musk's leadership at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), focusing on reducing federal positions, remains a contentious element of Trump's administration. His reduced presence at Tesla has worried shareholders, particularly as the company faces declining sales of its existing electric vehicle range.
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According to a Reuters report, Musk’s alignment with right-wing political groups across Europe has sparked demonstrations against both Musk and Tesla, resulting in damage to company facilities and charging points throughout America and European nations.
According to the WSJ report, directors convened with Musk, requesting him to make a public statement confirming his increased commitment to Tesla's operations.
The report indicated uncertainty regarding Musk's - who serves on the board - awareness of succession strategies, or whether his commitment to increase involvement with Tesla has influenced these plans.
In response to global competitive pressures, Musk has shifted focus from developing an affordable electric vehicle platform to emphasising autonomous taxis and humanoid robots, positioning Tesla as an artificial intelligence and robotics enterprise rather than a traditional car manufacturer.
The company's market value majorly relies on this strategic direction, with some shareholders expressing confidence that Trump's influence will support this vision. Recently, federal authorities relaxed autonomous vehicle testing regulations, resulting in a positive impact on Tesla's share price.
According to the WSJ, certain Tesla board members, including co-founder JB Straubel, have engaged with significant investors to provide assurance regarding the company's management.
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The Wall Street Journal reported that the Tesla board's initiative was triggered by Elon Musk's substantial engagement with the Donald Trump administration, though the current progress of this succession planning effort remains unclear.
In a recent development last week, Musk announced his intention to substantially reduce his involvement with the Trump administration and increase his focus on managing Tesla.
Musk's leadership at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), focusing on reducing federal positions, remains a contentious element of Trump's administration. His reduced presence at Tesla has worried shareholders, particularly as the company faces declining sales of its existing electric vehicle range.
Also Read | Elon Musk’s Tesla refunds early India bookings, leases office space: Signs of India entry soon?
According to a Reuters report, Musk’s alignment with right-wing political groups across Europe has sparked demonstrations against both Musk and Tesla, resulting in damage to company facilities and charging points throughout America and European nations.
According to the WSJ report, directors convened with Musk, requesting him to make a public statement confirming his increased commitment to Tesla's operations.
The report indicated uncertainty regarding Musk's - who serves on the board - awareness of succession strategies, or whether his commitment to increase involvement with Tesla has influenced these plans.
In response to global competitive pressures, Musk has shifted focus from developing an affordable electric vehicle platform to emphasising autonomous taxis and humanoid robots, positioning Tesla as an artificial intelligence and robotics enterprise rather than a traditional car manufacturer.
The company's market value majorly relies on this strategic direction, with some shareholders expressing confidence that Trump's influence will support this vision. Recently, federal authorities relaxed autonomous vehicle testing regulations, resulting in a positive impact on Tesla's share price.
According to the WSJ, certain Tesla board members, including co-founder JB Straubel, have engaged with significant investors to provide assurance regarding the company's management.
Also Read | ‘India a very hot market but...’: Elon Musk-led Tesla says 100% car tariffs make customers anxious
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