Tesla ( TSLA 0.04%) is one of the world's leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, but many analysts believe the company's true value lies in its futuristic product platforms like the autonomous robotaxi and Optimus humanoid robot. In fact, CEO Elon Musk believes those products will make Tesla the largest company in the world one day.

Investors are glued to Tesla (TSLA) at writing following reports that its billionaire chief executive, Elon Musk, will personally oversee European sales after firing Omead Afshar – the company’s vice president of manufacturing and operations – last week.

The plunge in sales reflect the gains for Chinese EVs, boosted by the troubles at Tesla and the dislike of Musk among those unhappy about his support for conservative causes.