×1Auto Instagram video that did 1× its author's usual
first cockpit where they actually want lift 😏
@redbullmotorsports · 4.4M followers
This creator normally gets 201K views. This one got 183K. That gap — not the raw number — is what makes the format worth copying.
An F1 driver sits in a plane cockpit and attempts to identify various controls, with a pilot guiding him and correcting his guesses. The video highlights the differences and similarities between racing car controls and plane controls.
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Why it worked
The video works because it features a well-known F1 driver in an unexpected setting, creating a unique and engaging scenario. The humor derived from his incorrect guesses and the educational aspect of the pilot's explanations keep viewers entertained and informed. The comparison between car and plane controls is also a strong point of interest for fans of both.
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