Elon Musk's strategy failed to rescue Tesla at the pace of a SpaceX rocket launch. Initially, there were hopes that Musk would set aside the political fray in Washington and refocus on business, particularly the ailing Tesla. In his absence, the business empire has faltered. Investors yearn for Musk to rekindle his former magic, revitalize sales, and transform Tesla into an AI powerhouse commensurate with its share price.