Even after calling it a career, Jason Kelce remains one of the most popular athletes in Philly. So after a 13-year career, the former Eagles center bought himself a retirement gift — and not everyone is sure how to feel about it.
Philly Twitter was abuzz last week after reported sightings of Kelce in a Tesla Cybertruck. With the tinted windows, no one could tell for sure if it was him in the car, or just another bearded man in Delco.
Jason confirmed on New Heights on Wednesday that he does indeed own a Cybertruck, and his brother and podcast co-host Travis Kelce asked guest Arnold Schwarzenegger, who he called the “authority to all the cool [stuff] in the world,” about the truck.
Schwarzenegger said he preferred the old style of truck, like his older Hummers. Travis also owns a Hummer, he said, and the two mentioned how much better cars used to be back in the day. But, ever the politician, Schwarzenegger said one of his trucks is electric, and he could see the appeal of the electric truck.
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“It just takes off; it’s crazy,” Jason agreed about his new truck. But he quickly defended himself and referenced his other, older truck. “I also have an old Chevy Silverado from 1987, an old square-body Chevy. I love a square-body Chevy.”
The Cybertruck is one of the most controversial new cars on the market, mostly thanks to its … unique design. The stainless steel, triangular truck is designed to look like “the future,” according to Tesla CEO Elon Musk. It’s also supposed to be much safer and better for the environment. But many think the car just looks ugly. It certainly doesn’t look like anything else on the road.
Musk himself is also a lightning rod for controversy, especially since he took over Twitter (now called X) in 2022, leading many to dislike the car just because of him. But others say they love the car for its durability.
The most impressive part might be the fact that Kelce was able to get his hands on one, as there’s still a wait-list to get the truck, which ranges in price from around $80,000-$100,000.
So if you see one around, it might just be Kelce’s.
FAQs
The Cybertruck is seriously fast.
Tesla said its Cyberbeast version of the truck can go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in about 2.6 seconds and a quarter mile in under 11 seconds. Musk showed a video during its delivery event where the Cybertruck appeared to best a 2023 Porsche 911 while towing 911.
Does Jason Kelce drive a Cybertruck? ›
Philadelphia residents have reported seeing retired Eagles player Jason Kelce driving around the city in his Cybertruck. The former athlete also appeared in a video where he pointed out the decal stickers on the back.
Does Jason Kelce own a Tesla? ›
Jason confirmed on New Heights on Wednesday that he does indeed own a Cybertruck, and his brother and podcast co-host Travis Kelce asked guest Arnold Schwarzenegger, who he called the “authority to all the cool [stuff] in the world,” about the truck.
How many cybertrucks have been sold? ›
How many Cybertrucks has Tesla sold? The 3,878 Cybertrucks covered by the recall represent all of the vehicle deliveries completed by the company since the rollout of the long-awaited truck in late November.
Why is the Cybertruck so boxy? ›
The electric pickup is made of steel, a tough material that resists rust but is hard to shape. The material's rigidity influenced the EV's starkly geometric design; it also led to launch delays and panel gaps on Cybertruck test vehicles.
How many cybertrucks have been recalled? ›
Tesla has agreed to recall nearly 4,000 of its Cybertruck pickups to fix an accelerator pedal that can get stuck, raising the risk of crashes, a federal safety agency said on Friday.
Will Cybertruck have AC? ›
Because Cybertruck runs much quieter than a gasoline-powered vehicle, you may notice the sound of the air conditioning compressor as it is operating. To minimize noise, reduce the fan speed. Control the flow of air inside the cabin.
What car does Kelce drive? ›
In essence, Travis Kelce's choice of the Aston Martin Vanquish is not just about owning a high-performance vehicle; it's a statement of appreciating automotive excellence, design sophistication, and the thrill of driving a true work of art on wheels.
What kind of car does Jason Kelce drive? ›
What he has is a classic American truck- the Chevy C10. Quoting Jason, “I've always identified with people who drive trucks.” Apart from being built like a truck, Jason is looked at by his fellow teammates as a hardworking professional.
How much is a 2024 Tesla Cybertruck? ›
The price of the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck starts at $81,895 and goes up to $101,985 depending on the trim and options. Until the rear-wheel-drive Cybertruck arrives for the next model year, with a starting price of $62,985, the lineup only includes the Dual Motor and Beast models.
Tesla - Kim Kardashian with her fully blacked out Cybertruck 🔥
Who owns who owns Tesla? ›
Tesla's CEO, Elon Musk, owns the most shares of Testla, with roughly 20%. Other big investors are asset management companies Vanguard Group, Blackrock, and State Street Corporation.
Is Tesla Cybertruck luxury? ›
While the Cybertruck isn't a traditional pickup, it's not exactly a luxury car. Its interior, for example, is very minimalistic compared to those of other luxury cars, lacking ultra-high-end features like a massage chair, champagne chiller, or built-in safe.
