Driving in Tennessee is normally just part of everyday life, commutes, errands, road trips—but one recent video from the Volunteer State proves that some people really shouldn’t be behind the wheel. A TikTok clip posted by @Mholmes2588 has raised eyebrows, showing a truly jaw-dropping scene on the interstate. A man is apparently asleep in the driver’s seat while the passenger takes control of the steering wheel. The person was literally letting their friend steer while they napped as traffic rushed past.
The 19-second clip begins with the person filming pulling up alongside the car in question. Once viewers get a clear view inside, the situation becomes immediately horrifying. Meanwhile, the man driving is reclined with his seat all the way back, seemingly catching some Z’s.
Meanwhile, the woman in the passenger seat has her hands on the wheel, guiding the speeding car down the interstate. The TikTok background features a Jet2 Holiday ad soundtrack, which makes the scene feel almost surreal, ike a bad viral comedy sketch, except this is real life, and someone could have gotten seriously hurt.
Tennessee Man Can’t Believe His Eyes As Driver Sleeps On The Interstate
Unsurprisingly, social media users didn’t hold back in the comments. “No way!” one person wrote. “You’re kidding. I hope you called the police,” another wrote. “He couldn’t just get in the passenger seat?” a third comment read.
Others expressed disbelief that anyone would risk not only their own life but the lives of everyone around them for a 19-second thrill. The clip has since racked up around 140K views and more than 10K likes, and while it’s not yet the most viral video on TikTok, it’s steadily climbing thanks to its jaw-dropping content.
Even the passenger seems aware of how reckless her behavior is. At one point in the video, she can be seen covering her face while continuing to steer so that the video did capture her identity. The caption for the TikTok reads simply, “this is a first,” perfectly capturing the mix of confusion and disbelief felt by the person filming, and now by viewers across the country.
Crazy Behavior Unlocked
For anyone in Tennessee who values basic road safety, this clip is a textbook example of what not to do. Driving is a privilege, not a right, and trusting a friend to steer while you nap is beyond careless; it’s downright dangerous. With cars speeding down interstates at 60+ miles per hour, a moment of inattention can have catastrophic consequences. Hopefully, the viral attention will serve as a wake-up call to this duo and anyone tempted to imitate their behavior.
At the end of the day, this bizarre Tennessee interstate moment reminds us all that being behind the wheel carries serious responsibility. While the TikTok may have entertained thousands of viewers, it also highlights the fine line between a viral clip and a real-life tragedy. Let’s hope this passenger-steering incident remains a one-time “first” and doesn’t inspire anyone else in Tennessee or beyond to put themselves and others in danger on the road.
Hunter Spears 
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