September 6, 2025

Hold your breath! Tesla's board has proposed a historic and jaw-dropping compensation plan for CEO Elon Musk, worth a staggering $1 trillion if he and the company hit some sky-high targets. Yes, you read that right—a trillion dollars! This is not just any pay package; it would be the biggest in corporate history if it gets the nod. Why so big? Because Tesla is betting everything on Musk to steer the company through a massive transformation. From just making electric cars, Tesla wants to become a powerhouse in technology, especially focusing on artificial intelligence (AI) and self-driving, autonomous systems. The plan ties Musk’s reward directly to tough performance milestones, including growth in AI-driven products and autonomous driving tech. Earlier this year, Tesla's board approved a $29 billion interim compensation package in restricted stock to keep Musk in charge at least until 2030. This huge sum underlines Tesla’s belief in Musk's vision to shift the company into an 'AI-first' mode. It’s like Tesla is saying, “Musk, reach for the stars, and we’ll make sure you get a rocket’s reward!” With this ambitious plan, Tesla is signaling big bets on future technologies, making the EV giant much more than a car company. The world is watching to see if these dazzling goals will turn Musk into the richest man ever—or if this dream package stays just a glittering promise.

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