#HTE

Hilariously Stupid Car Stunts

BeamNG.drive is a vehicle simulation program that “applies basic engineering principles gleaned through its research into materials science,” as the BBC puts it. By accurately modeling how glass, plastic and steel all deform differently under impacts, the program’s physics engine can depict incredibly realistic crashes that might provide useful data to safety researchers, and Hollywood studios have reportedly expressed interest in using the game to pre-visualize automotive stunts before putting actual stuntmen at risk.

Released as a game on the Steam platform, people have been steadily abusing it to create hilariously stupid and elaborate ways to destroy a car. There are entire YouTube channels dedicated to showcasing their kinetic creativity:

Impossible Car Stunts

100 Speed Bumps at Over 100 M.P.H.

Narrowing Walls Car Crashes

Cars vs. Giant Concrete Balls

Cars Jumping Into Gigantic Circular Saw Blades

I’m not sure what’s funnier: The dumbness of the scenarios, or the fact that people spent hours conceiving of and executing them, or the fact that I’m sitting here watching them all.

You can find more at the following channels: ExtenPro, Car Pal and DestructionNation.