Musk's time as a public figure in government is coming to an end, though his agency will continue after his departure.

Elon Musk is reaffirming his commitment to leading Tesla, telling investors and critics alike that he has no plans to step away from the electric vehicle maker anytime soon — despite a rocky stretch for the company of late.

Earlier reports suggested Tesla’s board was searching for a successor to Musk, who shot down the claim as “deliberately false.”