When 20-year-old YouTube megastar IShowSpeed took a joyride in some of China’s wildest electric cars, he expected a bit of fun. What he didn’t expect? A full-blown tech show that left him speechless — and seriously considering dropping $200,000 on the spot.

In a viral livestream that’s already racking up millions of views, IShowSpeed (real name Darren Watkins Jr.) found himself behind the wheel — and often not behind the wheel at all — of some of the most futuristic vehicles the Chinese auto industry has to offer. We’re talking cars that turn on command, jump like kangaroos, dance with music, and even park themselves with no driver inside.

No, this isn’t some scene from a sci-fi film. This is real. And it’s happening right now… just not in Australia (yet).

🚗 The Cars That Blew Everyone’s Minds

So what exactly did Speed test out?

He hopped into a Yangwang U9, a jaw-dropping electric supercar from BYD’s high-end division. Sporting a sleek carbon fibre body and boasting 1,300 horsepower, it left him stunned. “What’s this, a Lamborghini?” he shouted. “This sh*t looks sick!”

But the real magic started when the car began showing off its party tricks.

With just a few taps on a smartphone, the U9:

• Spun 360 degrees on the spot (thanks to its tank-turning ability)
• Jumped up and down — literally bounced like it had springs for legs
• Moved forward, backward, side-to-side, all without a driver inside
• Even danced — synchronising movements to music

“Oh my god, it’s bouncing its ass!” he screamed, part-horrified, part-hypnotised.

And the jaw-dropping moments didn’t stop there.

🛸 Cars That Dance, Jump, and… Park Themselves?

After witnessing the U9’s antics, IShowSpeed moved on to the Yangwang U8, an SUV built from the same futuristic DNA.

“This one can float on water,” someone casually mentioned — as if that was just another checkbox on the spec sheet. Apparently, if the U8 drives into a river, it can survive and float like a boat.

But perhaps the most spine-tingling moment came when a completely empty car parallel parked itself. No one behind the wheel. No remote joystick. Just an eerie, perfectly executed park job using sensors and AI.

“Yo, this sh*t is creepy!” Speed gasped. “Ain’t no way!”

And just like that, the entire comment section lost it.

💰 He Tried to Buy One — But There’s a Catch

Speed was hooked.

He turned to the car’s handler and asked the ultimate question: “How much?”

“200K,” came the reply.

Speed didn’t blink. “I’m buying it. I want it. I’m buying that sh*t right now!”

But then came the heartbreaking twist: he couldn’t take it home.

Because of regulatory hurdles, the U9 and U8 aren’t road legal in the U.S. or most international markets just yet — even though he tried to negotiate bringing it to his house in Portugal.

So, for now, this piece of future tech has to stay in China.

Still, it’s clear — the impression was made.

🔋 China’s EV Industry Is on Another Level

These cars aren’t concept models. They’re production-ready, hitting showrooms and Chinese streets as we speak. And they represent just how far — and fast — China has moved in the global EV game.

Led by companies like BYD, Xiaomi, and AITO, the Chinese EV industry is creating cars that:

• Integrate social media apps like TikTok directly into dashboards
• Feature voice assistants, facial recognition, and remote controls
• Come with jump mode, dance mode, and self-parking as standard

Whereas Western EVs (like Tesla or Porsche’s Taycan) often focus on sleek minimalism and raw power, Chinese brands are adding personality, flexibility, and next-level automation.

🤳 Tech for the TikTok Generation

One of the most surreal moments in the video? When IShowSpeed realised the car had TikTok built into its infotainment system.

“It’s got Super Idol!” he shouted, referencing a viral Chinese meme. “This is me!”

Inside the car, the massive screen played short-form content, pulling clips from Douyin — China’s domestic version of TikTok. Combine that with gaming-style graphics, customisable LED lights, and voice-controlled everything, and you’re looking at a smartphone on wheels.

Or maybe a robot with wheels. Either way, it’s built for the digital generation.

🧠 From Flashy Gimmicks to Real Innovation

Let’s be honest — it’s easy to laugh at bouncing cars and dancing SUVs. But beneath the flash is serious engineering.

The carbon fibre chassis, AI-driven sensors, multi-motor drivetrain, and active suspension systems are designed with precision. These aren’t toys. They’re performance machines wrapped in flair.

And they’re fast. One rep in the video casually drops that the U9 can go from 0 to 100 km/h in just over two seconds. That’s hypercar territory — and puts it on par with the Tesla Model S Plaid.

🌏 What This Means for Australia (And the Rest of the World)

So, could we see these cars in Australia anytime soon?

Not just yet. Models like the Yangwang U9 and U8 are currently China-only, mainly due to local regulations, safety standards, and software localisation.

But BYD — the parent company behind Yangwang — is already here, selling the Atto 3 and Seal EVs across the country. And if demand continues, there’s little doubt we’ll see more advanced Chinese models reach Aussie shores soon.

And when they do? Expect things to change dramatically.

🧊 Ice Cold Response from Legacy Brands

While China charges ahead, legacy automakers in Europe, Japan, and the US are left scrambling. Many still haven’t caught up with basic EV production — let alone figured out how to add dancing suspension or smartphone controls.

And the idea of remote-controlled, driverless parking? It’s barely reached prototype stage for most brands outside China.

Meanwhile, over in Shanghai, these cars are literally parking themselves in shopping centre carparks — right now.

📣 The Power of Influencers

Here’s the kicker: IShowSpeed isn’t a car reviewer. He’s not a tech YouTuber. He’s a content creator with charisma and clout — and 38 million subscribers.

So when he goes nuts over a Chinese EV, shouting, “I’m buying this sh*t RIGHT NOW,” that means millions of young viewers are now watching. Listening. Googling.

They’re not reading spec sheets. They’re reacting emotionally. And emotional buyers are powerful.

For Chinese automakers, this was marketing gold.

🔐 One Final Twist: The Sedan

Before ending the livestream, Speed is introduced to a more affordable sedan that supposedly does everything the U9 can — just with four doors and a $100K price tag.

He lights up. “I might get that one then.”

You can almost see the lightbulb going off. The U9 is cool, but the sedan? That’s attainable. And the seed of desire has already been planted.

🏁 Final Thoughts: The Future Is Here — But You’ll Need a Passport

What began as a chaotic stream filled with laughter, confusion and over-the-top reactions turned out to be something much deeper — a window into a rapidly approaching future.

The Chinese electric vehicles that can jump, park themselves, and even float aren’t concepts or stunts. They’re real, they’re drivable, and they’re here now — just not where we are.

For now, all we can do is watch… and wait.

But make no mistake — the future of cars might not be made in Detroit or Stuttgart anymore.

It might just be coming from Shenzhen.