Elon Musk says Tesla doesn't have a two class system, but is that really true? Musk, the richest man in the world claims Tesla isn't about hierarchy. Everyone is a worker. He posted in 2022, but in 2025 he's battling to bring back a $56 billion compensation package that a Delaware court struck down, calling it unfathomable and pointing to Musk's close ties with the board.<br /><br />At the same time, factory workers are reportedly making between $22 and $39 an hour. Musk's 2022 pay was technically zero, but in 2021 he gained over $23 billion, creating a pay ratio of 18,000 to one. Supporters say his pay was tied to performance that boosted Tesla's value. Critics argue that the workers behind that growth haven't seen equal rewards.<br /><br />The real question, is Tesla truly equal, or does that only apply on paper?
