A woman has had it with her “fishbowl” car after a creepy interaction with a bike rider while driving. And it’s doubled as actionable wisdom for prospective car buyers.
In a TikTok with more than 2.7 million views, Shamari (@shamarixx) recently shared about a time where she wished she had more privacy.
What Is a ‘Fishbowl’ Car?
A fishbowl car refers to cars without window tints, which can be easily looked into from the outside. Essentially, everyone can see who you are while driving a fishbowl.
In her post, Shamari shares about the major downside of driving around without tinted windows. She starts by claiming, “If you are a beautiful girl do not drive a fishbowl.” Shamari tells how she was at a stop sign and had a brief moment with a biker. This moment simply entailed letting the biker pass the car at a stoplight.
However, the biker was intrigued by the woman inside the fishbowl car. Instead of biking away, the biker winks at Shamari and stays put. Shmarari was in the process of parking her car, and the biker stopped to watch, she says.
“It’s so uncomfortable being looked at,” one TikTok commenter added.
This move left Shamari uncomfortable and uneasy. “I need a Batmobile,” she concludes. Clearly getting hit on by a biker wearing tight compression shorts didn’t thrill Shamari.
“Girl, yes I’m getting tints immediately.”
Why Get Tinted Windows?
Tinted windows not only block out the sun, but also the creeps. There are many benefits to getting windows tinted, and the main two reasons are for extra privacy and protection from the sun.
When driving a fishbowl, everyone can see who you are and what’s in your car. This exposure can lead to uninvited interactions and make it an easy target for car break-ins. So getting tinted windows provides an extra layer of safety and security from both. If the thieves and creeps don’t know what’s inside, they keep it moving.
In addition to enhancing privacy, tinted windows also reduce cabin temperatures. Tinted windows eliminate a significant portion of the sun’s heat from getting inside the car. This is especially useful for anyone in hot climates or doing long drives. Additionally, tinted windows can help reduce the strain on air conditioning units and reduce sun fading on the interiors.
Not to mention, adding tinted windows enhances the car’s aesthetic. Tinted windows give cars a more stylish, mysterious, and professional feel. Pulling up to the function with tinted windows increases aura points as everyone questions who’s really inside that car.
One thing to consider when tinting windows is making sure you are in compliance with your state laws. Each state will specify a maximum percentage of darkness that windows can be tinted. Each state will vary, and you can find out what your US state allows here.
Why You Shouldn’t Drive a Fishbowl Car
As mentioned, getting tinted windows enhances privacy, sun protection, and style. Unfortunately, extra layers of protection are often needed to feel safe driving around town. As the post reveals, some men can be adamant in their pursuit and fail to pick up on obvious social cues. Many commenters related to this experience and chimed in.
“The amount of times I’ve been hit while literally driving is insane, mind you I’m pregnant,” one TikTok commenter shared.
“I was like bait to a world of creeps when I had no tints,” another commenter shared.
Driving the fishbowl car can make you a sitting duck as everyone can see who you are. Driving alone can attract more uncomfortable situations. So, if you are someone who wants to avoid interactions while driving, add getting tinted windows to your to-do list.
On top of that, your car will look great while driving, plus you’ll have extra protection from the sun.
What Did Viewers Think?
“Girl, yes I’m getting tints immediately,” one added
“I have a fishbowl car too. I just act like I can’t see or hear them,” one commented.
“Good thing I’m ugly,” one joked.
Motor1 has contacted Shamari via TikTok direct message and email. We’ll update this article if we get a response.
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