A Granddaughter, a Cybertruck, and a Very Public Switch
When your grandfather is Donald Trump, gifts tend to come in the form of things that make headlines. Last year, Kai Trump, the eldest granddaughter of the former president, was spotted gleefully showing off a Tesla Cybertruck, reportedly a six-figure gift from her grandfather.
She posed with it. She posted videos racing it. She basked in the flashy, futuristic cool that only a Cybertruck can (kind of) deliver.
And now? The Cybertruck appears to be yesterday’s news. Kai Trump has swapped her electric beast for a far more classic ride — a black Cadillac Escalade — just in time to begin her senior year milestones and prep for college life at Miami University.
The swap isn’t just about style. It’s loaded with irony, family politics, and, of course, the ever-simmering feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk.
The Musk vs. Trump Feud That Casts a Shadow
The Tesla Cybertruck gift was once a symbol of Trump family flash. But Donald Trump’s very public falling out with Elon Musk may have tarnished the shine.
The former president and the billionaire have traded insults over everything from electric vehicle mandates to tech-world politics. Musk, for his part, has alternated between praising Trump’s political clout and mocking his leadership style.
The Cybertruck, then, became more than a gift — it became a rolling reminder of a feud that only grows messier by the week. Kai’s decision to move on from the Tesla may not just be teenage caprice. It may be a quiet family pivot away from Musk-world altogether.
The Escalade Entrance: A Senior Year Statement
Kai’s Cadillac Escalade debut happened in the most teenage way possible: via carousel photos on social media, documenting her first senior year date night. Standing next to the Escalade, she looked ready to trade Cybertruck cool for something sleeker, more traditional, and — dare we say — more college-town appropriate.
The Escalade carried subtle symbolism. A handwritten “2016” and a “U” sign adorned the black car, a nod to Miami University, where she’ll soon be enrolling. Kai herself flashed the same hand sign in the photos, signaling not just a vehicle upgrade but a transition from high school to college life.
Kai Trump out in her new CyberBeast 🔥
0-60 in 2.6 seconds!! pic.twitter.com/xrlC2vBiZU
— TONY™ (@TONYxTWO) March 20, 2025
The Trump Family Bond: Golf as the Great Connector
Cars aside, what truly cements Kai’s connection to her famous grandfather isn’t luxury gifts — it’s golf.
Kai is set to join the Miami University Hurricanes’ golf team, a move that reflects her long-standing bond with Trump. Golf has always been the former president’s passion, and now it’s something he shares with his granddaughter. For all the glitz and political baggage of being a Trump, it seems the fairway is where the two find common ground.
“He loved her choice of university,” one family observer noted. “It wasn’t just about academics — it was about golf. It means they’ll have another connection beyond the chaos of politics.”
Donald Trump’s granddaughter Kai Madison Trump is enjoying the Cybertruck for homecoming weekend. It’s literally the only vehicle she has ever posted with on her Instagram. That’s how awesome this vehicle is. pic.twitter.com/OXZk4YobpU
— Teslaconomics (@Teslaconomics) October 8, 2024
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The Tiger Woods Factor
Adding another layer of intrigue: Kai’s golf journey has also been shaped by none other than Tiger Woods, thanks to her mother’s relationship with the golf legend.
Sources close to the family say Kai admires Woods, calling him “really cool.” It’s no coincidence that her dedication to the sport intensified after her mom began dating him. Tiger Woods isn’t just a global golf icon — he’s now a subtle influence in the Trump orbit through Kai.
It’s enough to make you wonder: is Kai’s Escalade just the start of her charting a path that blends Trump legacy, personal independence, and a hint of Woods-inspired cool?
What Happened to the Tesla Cybertruck?
The big question remains: what became of the much-hyped Cybertruck?
For months, Kai flaunted it online — from joyrides to parking-lot flexes. But now, the Cybertruck is conspicuously absent.
Speculation swirls that it may be sitting in storage alongside Trump’s collection of other vehicles. He himself once admitted he tends to tuck away cars when they’ve lost their shine. Another possibility? That the Tesla’s fate mirrors Trump’s relationship with Musk — complicated, up in the air, and maybe not worth revisiting.
What we do know: Kai has made her choice. And that choice isn’t an EV.
Cadillac vs. Tesla: A Generational Signal?
On one level, the Escalade swap is just a teenager’s prerogative. But on another, it says something about generational shifts inside the Trump dynasty.
The Cybertruck was a symbol of tech futurism, flashy, headline-grabbing, and tied to a Silicon Valley magnate with whom Trump now spars. The Escalade, by contrast, is a classic American luxury SUV — big, bold, and proudly traditional.
In its way, Kai’s move mirrors the Trump brand itself: not futuristic, but familiar. Not about disruption, but about legacy.
Why the Public Can’t Stop Watching
Let’s be clear: Kai Trump is not a celebrity in her own right. She’s a college-bound teen navigating high school milestones. But being Donald Trump’s granddaughter means her every move carries symbolism — especially when cars, Musk, and Tiger Woods all factor into the picture.
Americans love watching dynasties evolve. Whether it’s Kennedy grandkids stepping into politics, Kardashian offspring inheriting the family brand, or Trump teens navigating golf tournaments, it all feeds the national fascination with how fame, family, and fortune collide.
Kai’s Escalade isn’t just a car choice. It’s a pop-culture moment.
The Road Ahead
As Kai prepares for Miami University, she’s closing one chapter and opening another. She’ll swap Cybertruck rides for Escalade commutes, high school halls for college greens, and private family ties for a public collegiate sports career.
If the Escalade is any indication, she’s leaning into tradition while still carving her own identity. The question is, how much of her grandfather’s world will she embrace, and how much will she reinvent?
