Viral video: Driver's 'parking superpower' amuses social media users

A video showing a driver's repeated attempts to park in an apartment courtyard by bumping into a car ahead has gone viral on social media, racking up thousands of views and a flood of comments. The footage has struck a chord with viewers, as the situation is easy to understand for drivers anywhere.

In the clip, the driver of a white car is seen trying to manoeuvre into a parking space, but instead of backing up, she keeps pushing the grey car in front of her with the front of her vehicle. It is clear there is not enough room for the turn, yet she persists, creating an absurd and comical scene. A neighbour filmed the incident from a window. Judging by the licence plate of a passing car, the incident most likely took place in Russia, although the situation is recognizable all over the world.

Social media users responded with irony, joking that parking is clearly the driver's 'superpower.' Others compared her to the famous television character Mr. Bean, while some quipped that she must have left her brain at home. A commenter noted that the scene is something one could watch endlessly, like a burning candle or a flowing river. The video has drawn not only laughter but also surprise at the driver's persistence in carrying out a manoeuvre that was clearly doomed to fail.