Hold Onto Your Helmets! Amazing Car Stunts You Won't Believe Are Real
by AutoExpert | 26 September, 2023
How many times have we seen movie car stunts and thought, "Nah, that can't be real"? But guess what? Some of these stunts aren't just the magic of CGI; they're jaw-dropping, heart-pounding feats that defy logic and gravity. Let's buckle up and explore some of the most amazing car stunts that are 100% legit!
Loop-the-Loop: Terry Grant's Gravity-Defying Act
Y'all remember those Hot Wheels tracks with a loop? Well, Terry Grant brought that to life with a real car—a Jaguar F-PACE, to be exact. In 2015, he performed a 19-meter tall loop, breaking a world record. Fun Fact: Terry experienced a gravitational force of 6.5 Gs during the stunt! That's more than astronauts during a rocket launch.
Ken Block’s Gymkhana: The Ultimate Drifting Show
Ken Block is a drifting maestro. In his Gymkhana series, he takes drifting to places you can't even imagine—like San Francisco's steep hills. He speeds, drifts, and jumps his way through challenging terrains. Did you know he uses a custom-built Ford Fiesta that boasts 650 horsepower? Mind = Blown.
The Corkscrew Jump: An Iconic ‘James Bond’ Moment
Ah, 007! Who could forget the corkscrew jump in "The Man with the Golden Gun"? The car—a 1974 AMC Hornet—did a 360-degree mid-air twist across a broken bridge. And get this, they nailed it on the first try! No CGI, just pure skill and calculated physics.
The A-Team Van Flip
Okay, let's switch gears from cars to vans. The iconic van flip from "The A-Team" series wasn't just for the small screen. It's been recreated in real life and, yes, it's as epic as it sounds. Using ramps and precise speed, the stunt team managed to flip the GMC Vandura and land it safely. Respect!
Wowza, we're still catching our breath. These stunts prove that with the right skill, car, and a touch of insanity, the impossible becomes possible. We don't recommend trying any of these at home, but we absolutely recommend watching them over and over again!