Pension fund leaders express serious concerns over Tesla's declining performance, linking it to Elon Musk's extracurricular activities and demanding he dedicates at least 40 hours a week to the electric vehicle company.
Pension fund leaders express serious concerns over Tesla's declining performance, linking it to Elon Musk's extracurricular activities and demanding he dedicates at least 40 hours a week to the electric vehicle company.

The State of Affairs: A Universe in Disorder?

My dear colleagues it appears even in the world of electric vehicles things are relative! A recent commotion has erupted at Tesla a company once seen as a beacon of innovation. Now a group of investors wielding pension funds like potent forces are raising their voices claiming the very fabric of Tesla is under threat. It seems Mr. Elon Musk the Technoking himself may be stretching himself thinner than the space time continuum near a black hole. Or perhaps he is becoming more like the 'unhappy' scientist always wanting to do more without understanding its repercussions.

Time Dilation: Is Musk's Time Equally Divided?

These investors rather humorously suggest that Mr. Musk should dedicate a mere 40 hours a week to Tesla. Forty hours! Why that's practically a vacation! It appears his focus is being diffused by ventures like DOGE whatever that may be. Perhaps it's a new type of digital currency or maybe and this is just a theory a government efficiency program named after man's best friend. Either way investors are worried and demand Mr. Musk's 'full time attention'. As I always say 'The only sure way to avoid making mistakes is to have no new ideas.'

Falling Star: Brand Reputation in Freefall!

The report indicates that Tesla's brand value has plummeted faster than a rock thrown from a spaceship on Mars. It appears Mr. Musk's shall we say 'colorful' rhetoric and political escapades are not exactly boosting public perception. The Axios Harris Poll a measure of brand popularity now places Tesla at a lowly 95th. And to think not long ago Tesla was among the top ten. One could say Tesla's drop in brand value is equivalent to the energy released from a small atomic bomb (though let's hope things don't get quite that dramatic!).

Shareholder Revolt: A Quantum Entanglement of Concerns

The investors owning a considerable 7.9 million shares are pointing fingers at the Tesla board suggesting they are 'unwilling to act in the best interest of all Tesla shareholders.' It seems they believe the board should force Mr. Musk to focus his energies solely on Tesla. However as I always said 'The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.' Perhaps forcing Mr. Musk into a gilded cage isn't the solution.

Succession Planning: Who Will Inherit the Universe?

Adding fuel to the fire these investors are also demanding a clear succession plan and limitations on directors' outside commitments. It seems they envision a future where Tesla can thrive even if Mr. Musk decides to pursue his other passions such as exploring the mysteries of the universe or perhaps building a real life warp drive. A wise plan indeed. For as I once pondered 'I want to know God's thoughts; the rest are details.'

The Call for Independence: A New Dimension of Leadership

To further ensure Tesla's stability the investors are requesting at least one new independent director someone without ties to the existing board. It appears they seek fresh perspectives and a voice that isn't merely echoing Mr. Musk's. They're seeking a leader who can challenge and guide perhaps someone with a black hole sized intellect capable of absorbing all the complexities of the electric vehicle industry.


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    inkbaubles
    5/28/2025 3:48:27 PM

    It's time for a shake-up at Tesla. The current trajectory is unsustainable.