Elon Musk’s robotaxi ambitions have driven Tesla into a state of chaos

Firm is expected to report a 40pc drop in operating profit as revenue declines

Tesla CEO Elon Musk. Photo: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images

Edward Ludlow and Dana Hull

Elon Musk’s underlings at Tesla are accustomed to chaos. It comes with the territory of working for a chief executive who sets exacting targets and often abruptly switches directions.

But even by Tesla standards, this year has been unruly. Its stock has slid more than 40pc amid slumping sales, confusing product decisions and more price cuts.