Tesla Motors is riding high right now.

Its Model S sedan is among the safest cars on the road. Its Supercharger network is rapidly expanding across the country.

In 2013, it was the most searched automaker on Google.

At the helm is CEO Elon Musk, the South African-born self-made billionaire who is also the CEO of private space venture SpaceX, the chairman of sustainable energy company SolarCity, and the father of five young boys.

Musk is an inspiration for the Tony Stark character as portrayed in the "Iron Man" movies. He knows how to have a good time when he's on top, and doesn't hold back when he's criticized.

Elon Musk is America's most badass CEO, and these photos prove it.