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Can 1,000 Rolls Of Duct Tape Stop A Car??

MrBeast

10:23 · 27.0M views · April 30, 2018

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Major ConcernsReviewed June 2026

1Major Issue

2Moderate Concerns

This video is safe for most kids but contains heavy sponsored content that is woven into the challenge itself. The experiment is creative and fun, showing how many rolls of duct tape it takes to stop a car, which can spark curiosity about physics and engineering. However, the constant promotion of a mobile game and a giveaway may feel like an ad rather than pure entertainment.

Content Breakdown · 3 Categories

Hidden Advertising & Sponsored ContentA lot

The video contains a giveaway promotion for PUBG Mobile that requires downloading the game via a custom affiliate link, and a Samsung phone giveaway with entry conditions. While the PUBG Mobile sponsorship is disclosed in the description, the giveaway mechanics (download, like, comment) are presented as organic content without clear disclosure that this is a sponsored promotion.

See evidence (2)

“Download PUBGMOBILE: http://bit.ly/MrBeastPubG”

“To Win A Samsung Phone 1. Download PubG Mobile using my custom link http://bit.ly/MrBeastPubG 2. Like this video + Comment your in-game gamertag 3. We will randomly choose 5 people to win 5 Samsung S9 phones”

Engagement Baiting & Manipulative CTAsSome

The video uses a giveaway that requires liking the video and commenting to enter, which is a common engagement-baiting tactic. While not overtly manipulative, it conditions viewers to perform actions for a chance to win a prize.

See evidence (2)

“Like this video + Comment your in-game gamertag”

“We will randomly choose 5 people to win 5 Samsung S9 phones”

Low-Quality, Extreme & Stunt ContentSome

The video's premise—testing whether 1,000 rolls of duct tape can stop a car—is a stunt-driven, extreme experiment designed for shock value and views. This fits the pattern of low-quality, extreme content common in the MrBeast format.

See evidence (2)

“Can 1,000 rolls of duck tape stop a car?”

“WILL THE CAR MAKE IT THROUGH?”

What Parents Need to Know

Parents should know that this video is essentially a long-form advertisement for PUBG Mobile, with the duct tape challenge serving as the hook. The host repeatedly asks viewers to download the game and enter a giveaway, which could pressure kids into making in-app purchases or sharing personal info. On the positive side, the core experiment is engaging and could inspire kids to think about force, adhesion, and real-world testing. The video has no violence, bad language, or mature themes, but the commercial nature is very prominent.

Talk to Your Kids About

1What did you learn about how duct tape works from watching this experiment?
2Why do you think the creator included so many mentions of PUBG Mobile in the video?
3If you were to test something with duct tape, what would you try to stop or hold together?
4How can you tell the difference between a video that is made for fun and one that is trying to sell you something?

Can 1,000 Rolls Of Duct Tape Stop A Car??

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What's This Video About?

WILL THE CAR MAKE IT THROUGH? Download PUBGMOBILE: http://bit.ly/MrBeastPubG Can 1,000 rolls of duck tape stop a car? To Win A Samsung Phone 1. Download PubG Mobile using my custom link http://bit.ly/MrBeastPubG 2. Like this video + Comment your in-game gamertag 3. We will randomly choose 5 people to win 5 Samsung S9 phones Follow PUBG MOBILE for updates! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PUBGMOBILE YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/PUBGMOBILE Twitter: https://twitter.com/PUBGMOBILE Discord: http://bit.ly/PUBGDiscord Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/PUBGMOBILE/" Check out Viewstats! - https://www.viewstats.com/ For any questions or inquiries regarding this video please reach out to chucky@mrbeastbusiness.com ----------------------------------------------------------------

Frequently Asked Questions

What age is this video appropriate for?

The video is appropriate for children ages 8 and up. The duct tape experiment is safe and educational, but the heavy sponsored content and giveaway pitch may confuse younger kids about advertising.

Is this video safe for my child to watch alone?

Yes, it is safe in terms of language and violence, but the constant promotion of a mobile game and a giveaway could lead to requests to download the app or enter contests. It's best to watch together and discuss advertising.

Does the video contain any hidden advertising?

Yes, the entire video is built around promoting PUBG Mobile. The host uses a custom download link and offers a phone giveaway to encourage downloads, which is a form of hidden advertising.

What is the educational value of this video?

The video demonstrates a simple physics experiment about the strength of duct tape and how much force a car can exert. It can spark curiosity about materials science and engineering, but the educational content is secondary to the promotion.

Are there any risks like dangerous challenges in this video?

No, the challenge is performed by adults in a controlled environment with safety precautions. It does not encourage kids to try it themselves, and there are no dangerous stunts shown.

Why does the creator ask viewers to comment their gamertag?

This is a common engagement tactic to increase comments and video visibility. It also serves as a way to enter the giveaway, but parents should know that sharing gamertags online can reveal personal information.