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WSJ, Reuters: Tesla's energy chief steps down

Oct 16, 2026 · Original The Wall Street Journal ✓ Confirmed by 2 outlets ▼ Bearish

The WSJ reports in an exclusive that Tesla's energy boss is leaving, and Reuters names energy executive Snyder as stepping down — a leadership change in the Megapack/Powerwall business, with successor and impact still unclear.

The Wall Street Journal reported exclusively that the head of Tesla's energy business is leaving the company. Reuters, citing the WSJ, identified energy executive Snyder as the one stepping down.

Energy, anchored by Megapack and Powerwall, has been one of Tesla's key growth lines, which is why a leadership change there draws attention. Two outlets carry the same core fact, but the reason for the departure, any successor and the business impact were not available in the material reviewed.

An official Tesla statement or follow-up filing would be needed to fill in the details.

Confirmed by · The Wall Street Journal · Reuters

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