Tesla Stock Up 10% After Best Earnings Call; CEO Sees Firm as AI, IR Chief Quits

Tesla's stock surged by up to 10% in after-hours trading following a significant first-quarter earnings call, which started at 5:30PM ET and was described as the best in a while. During the call, Tesla CEO announced a shift in the company's valuation perspective, suggesting Tesla should be considered an AI robotics company rather than just an automotive company. Additionally, the earnings call was marked by the resignation of Tesla's IR Chief, Martin Viecha, which was announced towards the end of the session.