Owning a Tesla Cybertruck is supposed to be an exciting experience—cutting-edge technology, bold design, and a symbol of innovation. But for one Cybertruck owner in Worcester, Massachusetts, it has been anything but.
Kumait Jaroje says he and his family face constant harassment simply because they drive a Cybertruck. But it’s not just any Cybertruck—it’s wrapped in gold, making it stand out even more on the road.
From rude gestures to aggressive drivers cutting him off, and even a hateful sticker labeling him a Nazi, Kumait’s experience has taken a disturbing turn. It’s gotten so bad that his wife refuses to drive the Cybertruck, and his children are scared.
Feeling overwhelmed by the hostility, Kumait tried to trade in his Cybertruck at Tesla, hoping to swap it for another EV. But Tesla refused to accept it—leaving him stuck with a truck that has become the target of relentless negativity.
Harassed for Owning a Cybertruck?
Kumait shared his frustration in the Tesla Cybertruck Enthusiast Facebook group, explaining the emotional toll this situation has taken on his family.
“My family is being harassed just because we own a Cybertruck.
Since getting our Cybertruck, we’ve faced constant hostility—people making offensive hand gestures, yelling at us, and now this.”
But it wasn’t just verbal harassment. Things escalated when someone put a Nazi sticker on his truck, a hateful act that deeply upset his family.
“My wife and kids don’t deserve this. In fact, the constant harassment has scared our kids, and now my wife refuses to use the Cybertruck altogether.”
Kumait pointed out that people have the right to dislike Elon Musk or Donald Trump, but taking out their anger on a family simply because of the car they drive is crossing the line.
“Disagreeing with Elon Musk or Donald Trump is one thing, but harassing a family over a vehicle is completely unacceptable. This needs to stop.”
Cybertruck Community Reacts
After sharing his experience, many Cybertruck owners sympathized with Kumait. Some were shocked by the level of hostility he faced, while others offered advice on how to deal with the situation.
A fellow Cybertruck owner, Pedro Ferrer, asked:
“Where do you live? I am in Georgia, and I’ve had my Cybertruck since March. I’ve only experienced a couple of rude hand gestures, which I laugh at because they’ve been from some people driving falling-apart cars—so just really jealous people.”
Pedro mentioned that while online hate is common, facing this kind of treatment in real life is concerning.
In response, Kumait explained that his experience isn’t just online hate—it’s happening on the roads of Worcester, Massachusetts.
“It got to the point where people are cutting me off sometimes and screaming out of their windows.”
Clearly, the hostility is real, and it’s affecting his daily life.
Tesla Refuses to Take Back His Cybertruck
After enduring constant negativity, Kumait decided to get rid of the truck and trade it in at Tesla. But to his surprise, Tesla refused to accept it.
“I tried to trade in the truck because of that, but Tesla said they won’t accept it!”
It’s unclear why Tesla rejected his trade-in request. Some speculate that Tesla may be limiting Cybertruck buybacks for now, or perhaps the gold wrap played a role.
Regardless of the reason, this left Kumait stuck with a truck that he and his family no longer feel comfortable driving.
Is It Really Just About the Gold Wrap?
While many Cybertruck owners supported Kumait, others had a different perspective. Some suggested that the real issue might be the gold wrap, making the truck stand out too much.
A few Cybertruck owners in the group mentioned that they haven’t faced similar levels of hostility, even though they drive the same truck.
“You’re getting all this hate because you wrapped your Cybertruck gold. People already react strongly to the design, but when you add a flashy gold wrap, it’s like waving a red flag.”
Another member advised him to change the wrap to something more neutral if he really wanted to keep the truck.
Fear of Escalation
But for Kumait, this is about more than just aesthetic choices. He worries that the hostility could escalate into something more dangerous.
“It is not a ‘be cool’ sticker. It is someone accusing me of being a Nazi and telling me to buzz off. The truck got scratched many times, and I fixed it without a problem.”
He fears that next time, it might not just be a sticker—it could be a rock thrown at his truck or even something worse.
“That ignorant mentality might have someone throw a rock at the truck next time if we don’t stick out and tell these freaks to stop.”
This isn’t just an issue of Cybertruck hate anymore—it’s about personal safety.
Why Is There So Much Hate for Cybertruck Owners?
This situation raises an important question: Why is there so much negativity towards Cybertruck owners?
- Elon Musk Controversy: Some people dislike Musk’s political views and take it out on Tesla owners.
- Bold Design: The Cybertruck already attracts attention—some love it, some hate it.
- Political Associations: Many see the Cybertruck as a “right-wing” vehicle, causing backlash from those who disagree.
- Jealousy & Class Divide: Some people resent expensive vehicles, assuming the owners are wealthy.
- Flashy Wrap Choices: A gold Cybertruck makes an already controversial vehicle stand out even more.
Whatever the reason, no one should be harassed for simply driving the vehicle they love.
What’s Next for Kumait?
With Tesla refusing his trade-in, Kumait has to decide whether to:
- Keep driving the truck and ignore the hate
- Change the wrap to something less flashy
- Try to sell it privately
- Report further incidents to authorities
What Do You Think?
Is the hate towards Cybertruck owners justified, or has it gone too far? Should Kumait change the wrap, or is this about something bigger?
Let me know your thoughts in the comments!
How much for the truck 😉
😂 😂 Do you want to buy it from him?