Elderly Men’s First Self-Driving Car Ride Leaves Internet In Awe

A heartwarming video of two elderly men taking their first ride in a self-driving car has captured the internet’s attention, showcasing the magic of modern technology for those who grew up in a different era. The clip, shared on Instagram by Patriotic Kenny, features the duo’s astonished reactions as they experience the autonomous vehicle for the first time.

The video is divided into three parts, beginning with the men standing beside the car, stunned that it is moving on its own. As they step inside and the vehicle starts to glide forward without anyone touching the wheel, their expressions shift from disbelief to wide-eyed excitement. The men’s reactions are filled with admiration for how far technology has come, along with genuine surprise at how smoothly the journey went.

They describe the experience as nothing less than astonishing. The video quickly went viral, attracting over 5 lakh views and sparking a wave of reactions from social media users. Many expressed affection for the men’s enthusiasm, noting how their excitement felt refreshing. One user commented that the duo looked “happier than most youngsters trying tech for the first time”. Another said the video was “so wholesome it made my day”. A third wrote that their reactions felt “like watching kids experience a magic trick”.