Analysts are now reassessing whether Musk will have more bandwidth for Tesla amid ongoing government efficiency initiatives that have reportedly saved $160 billion to date. Tesla

Tesla stock was rising—barely—in early trading Tuesday as shares have suddenly gotten less volatile. Predicting the electric vehicle maker’s daily stock moves isn’t easy, but shares are likely to get a boost from potential changes to President Donald Trump’s car tariffs.

Elon Musk's foray into politics has stoked protests and fears of damage to the Tesla brand. Here's how Musk has fared early in Trump's second term.