In the latest case, the driver of a Mahindra XUV700 hits a goat on a highway. Unfortunately, animals suddenly coming onto the highways is a rather common affair. Countless mishaps take place due to this phenomenon. Mahindra XUV700 is the flagship product from the Indian auto giant. It comes with tons of top-notch safety amenities. On the higher trims, it even gets ADAS for active safety capabilities. These could help the driver in emergency situations when he/she is not able to react timely. For now, let us get into the details of this latest case.
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Mahindra XUV700 Hits Goat
This information comes from Prateek Singh on YouTube. This channel solely posts content around road safety and the performances of cars during undesirable situations. This latest case emerges from somewhere in West Bengal. As per the information in the video, two people were travelling in the XUV700 on a highway at night. Suddenly, a goat appeared in front of the SUV on a two-lane highway. As the driver tried to steer away, it still managed to hit the goat. What’s worse is the fact that after hitting the animal, the SUV collided with a truck parked on the side of the road.
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The damage to the SUV is evident. Since the impact was at such an angle, the front left side of the XUV700 has sustained heavy damage. As a matter of fact, the A pillar of the passenger side has completely collapsed. In addition, the windshield, fender, bonnet, bumper, and wheel have received substantial impact. The host of the video mentions that the passengers were able to escape with minor injuries. That is a testament to the build quality and safety amenities of the vehicle. Still, we would advise our readers to never rely on the safety capabilities of the car but also make conscious efforts to demonstrate safe driving.
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Author’s Note
Every year, a substantial number of lives are tragically lost on our roads due to irresponsible driving habits and a lack of respect for traffic rules. Overspeeding continues to be the primary contributor to road accidents. It is imperative that we emphasize the importance of strict adherence to traffic regulations and actively engage in efforts to prevent overspeeding. In this particular incident, had the XUV700 driver exercised greater caution, they could have maintained better control over the SUV, potentially avoiding a collision with the animal. The occurrence underscores the well-known fact that stray animals may unexpectedly crossroads, emphasizing the need for preparedness, especially in busy areas.
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