- This driver set an unusual world record at the British Motor Show
- They had to park as many cars as possible
- It was a tough challenge
This driver set an unusual parking record in front of a massive crowd.
We’re used to seeing people set speed records, like this Formula E driver.
It’s not unusual to hear about somebody hitting an all time mileage high, such as this Mercedes driven by a Greek tax driver.
But making a name for yourself with parking is a new one for us.
What was this parking record?
YouTuber Mark McCann paid a visit to the British Motor Show, which took place in Farnborough, Hampshire.
There was plenty to look at whilst attending the show, including a chance to race a Mini Cooper.
But it was the chance to take part in setting a Guinness World Record that really got Mark excited.
What was the challenge?
To park five cars in five parking spaces in the fastest possible time.
For anybody who can remember doing their driving lessons and practicing in parking bays, this might bring on a cold sweat.
The previous record was five cars in 61 seconds.
It was down to driver Paul Swift to break the record.
How did the driver do?
Paul had quite the job on his hands.
Not only was he doing sharp turns and handbrake stops to get the cars parked, he had to run to each car to continue the task.
It’s a very close run thing.
Mark’s Lamborghini Revuelto played its part, by being one of the cars that Paul parked in front of.
All in all, Paul managed to set a new world record of 58.2 seconds.
Approximately two seconds ahead of the previous record, showing that every second truly counted.
To see the attempt for yourself, head over to Mark McCann’s YouTube channel.
