Here's a comparison between Elon Musk's hands-on contributions to Tesla and SpaceX before his visit to Israel and his activities since:

Before the Israel Visit (Pre-November 2023):

Tesla:

Design and Innovation: Musk was deeply involved in product design, like the Cybertruck, and setting the vision for Tesla's future vehicles. He was known for his hands-on approach in solving production issues, such as during the Model 3 ramp-up.

Technological Advancements: His focus was on pushing the boundaries of EV technology, battery life, and autonomous driving software.

SpaceX:

Rocket Engineering: Direct contributions to the engineering and design of rockets, particularly emphasizing reusability and cost reduction.

Starship Development: Actively shaping the Starship project, which is central to his Mars colonization vision, with hands-on design and strategic decisions.

Since the Israel Visit (Post-November 2023):

Political and Social Engagement:

Increased Political Commentary: Since the visit, Musk has been more vocal on political matters, particularly supporting Israel and aligning more explicitly with political figures like Donald Trump. His posts on X (formerly Twitter) have often centered around these topics rather than technological advancements.

Antisemitism and Free Speech Debates: Musk has engaged in public discourse around free speech, antisemitism, and the role of social media in global politics, which has somewhat overshadowed his tech-focused identity.