Elon Musk's focus has shifted from EVs to AI, robotics, and politics, leaving Tesla's core business untethered.A 'Tim Cook-style' CEO could potentially take Tesla operations to new heights, similar to Apple's post-Jobs success.There has been a debated 'open letter' from disgruntled Tesla employees urging Musk to step down as CEO.Musk's pursuit of AI, autonomous vehicles, and robots indicates a deviation from traditional EV manufacturing.Apple's Tim Cook exemplifies turning existing products better and generating significant shareholder value.Cook's focus on iterating Apple's products has led to the company's immense growth and $3.2 trillion valuation.Tesla may be at a crucial moment where a new CEO could handle the core EV business while Musk focuses on innovative projects.Potential candidates to replace Musk as CEO include Omead Afshar, known for previously running Tesla's manufacturing operation.The comparison between Apple's evolution under Tim Cook and the potential direction for Tesla highlights opportunities for growth.By optimizing existing operations, Tesla could potentially navigate challenges and enhance its brand reputation.