Introducing Truong Van Dao, hailed as the ‘Father of the Year,’ a skilled Vietnamese woodworker and artisan renowned for his extraordinary talent in crafting fully operational wooden replicas of the world’s most coveted automobiles, all for the joy of his cherished son.
His latest masterpiece is a drivable wooden rendition of the Tesla Cybertruck pickup truck, a meticulous project that consumed 100 days of Van Dao’s dedicated craftsmanship. The entire process, from inception to completion, is expertly documented on his YouTube channel, ND Woodworking Art.
Van Dao’s portfolio boasts an impressive array of replicas, including limited-edition Rolls-Royce Boat Tail, the Ford F-150 Raptor, and the iconic Ferrari GTO 250.
Not stopping there, he has also brought to life a Bugatti Centodieci and a Lamborghini Sian with distinctive butterfly doors, showcasing his exceptional skills in the realm of woodworking.
Similar to its electric counterpart, Van Dao’s wooden Cybertruck operates on an electric powertrain. The replica features meticulously carved wooden details, such as working doors, side mirrors, seats, wipers, and even the distinctive Tesla yoke steering wheel.
His previous endeavors, such as the meticulous replication of the limited-edition Rolls-Royce Boat Tail and the Ford F-150 Raptor, underscore Van Dao’s commitment to excellence.
The Lamborghini Sian Roadster, with its intricate butterfly doors, stands as a testament to his craftsmanship, requiring a remarkable 65 days to craft entirely from scratch.
While the wooden replicas were originally crafted for his son’s enjoyment, Truong Van Dao has taken a step further with his latest creation. Expressing his admiration for Tesla’s Chief Executive Officer, Elon Musk, and the company’s groundbreaking products, he has extended an extraordinary gesture.
Van Dao has offered the wooden Tesla Cybertruck as a gift to Elon Musk, with hopes of conveying his profound respect and best wishes for Tesla’s continued success on the global stage.
Sharing a video showcasing the functional wooden Cybertruck on his YouTube channel, Van Dao pens a heartfelt message: “I hope to have the honor of gifting this wooden Cybertruck to you and Tesla and wish you and Tesla continued success and maintain your position in the international arena.”