Here is the first major accident of the Tata Punch after the delivery. The micro SUV is based on the same platform as the Altroz and has a full 5-star safety rating at the GNCAP. However, this time, unfortunately, it was not enough to save the lives of two occupants. The micro SUV was launched recently and gained instant popularity among the crowd. The Punch sits below the compact SUV, the Nexon and rivals the likes of Renault Kwid and Maruti Ignis. It is a great option for those people who want an SUV but don’t want to spend too much money. Punch offers a great deal for such people.
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Tata Punch Major Accident After Delivery
This accident involved 5 people in the car. 2 of them lost their lives while the other three are not seriously injured. The 5 people had gone to the Giriraj temple and were driving all night long. Reportedly, the driver fell asleep and the car crashed on the side of the road. The visuals are not available apart from one still shot which gives us a glimpse of the damage to the car. This is a great example to highlight the importance of safe driving. It is dangerous to keep driving, especially if you have not slept all night. You should avoid such occasions. Also, if there is an emergency, you must ensure that you switch the drivers regularly to keep everyone fresh. In case you are feeling sleepy, make sure to stop and take a break to freshen yourself up with water or tea.
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Specs
Powering the Tata Punch is a Tiago-sourced 1.2-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine that is also available on the Altroz as well as the Tigor. This motor outputs 86 hp and 113 Nm of peak power and torque respectively. Transmission options will include a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed AMT. The prices of the Punch range between Rs 5.49 lakh to Rs 9.39 lakh, ex-showroom. Due to the safety equipment available with the Punch, the lives of the other three passengers were saved. That is the relevance of investing in a car with a higher safety kit and features. Make sure to check the safety rating and features of a car before buying one.
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