TikTok’s Bizarre ‘Hamstering’ Trend Explained

TikTok is no stranger to outrageous dating and intimacy fads, but the latest buzz—“Hamstering”—has left users both amused and baffled.

What Is Hamstering?

Hamstering is a sexual position where a person with a penis stands on top of a car, sliding their lower body through the sunroof. Their partner, inside the vehicle, performs oral sex from below. The term comes from the resemblance to a hamster drinking from a water bottle, with the pelvis acting as the “nozzle.”

From Car Dates to Viral Joke

The trend stems from TikTok’s “car date” craze, where couples flirt, eat, or get intimate in vehicles. While no one knows who started it, the quirky visual made it instantly shareable, spawning countless reaction videos.

Experts Weigh In

Sex columnist Zachary Zane doubts many actually try it, citing balance and core strength challenges. Educators Amy Baldwin and April Lampert warn it’s awkward and physically straining—better as a gag than genuine pleasure.

Like many TikTok trends, hamstering thrives on shock value rather than practicality.