We have recently seen a number of car accidents, especially due to the current wet weather. While road users are constantly reminded to drive safely, one particular driver’s irresponsible behaviour nearly caused another car to flip over.
A video posted on Facebook group ROADS.sg shows the near accident that reportedly happened on Monday (12 Jul) along Loyang Ave.
Taking place amidst the downpour, dashcam footage revealed how a car caused another to almost flip over.
Though the time stamp on the video is inaccurate, ROADS.sg noted that the incident occurred at around 5.45pm.
As it was the peak period, traffic seemed to be moving slowly, which could explain why the Mercedes driver had decided to change lanes.
However, they seemingly failed to notice that a blue Citroën car was approaching.
As the Mercedes went ahead to filter into the lane anyway, the Citroën driver who likely didn’t notice couldn’t stop in time, causing both vehicles to collide.
The Mercedes ended up scraping the side of the Citroën, nearly causing the latter car to flip over.
Many netizens have since commented on the post, debating over who was to blame for the minor accident.
Some said that the Mercedes driver should have checked that the lane was clear before filtering out.
A handful of others, however, thought that the Citroën driver had ample time to give way to the Mercedes driver who was already signalling left.
According to Chapter 276, Section 112, Point 76 of Singapore’s highway code, any road user who plans on switching lanes must signal for a period of time before doing so.
The code also mentions that the road user must not “inconvenience other drivers” and “not obstruct the path of vehicles behind”.
Thankfully, no serious accident occurred as a result of this mishap.
Nonetheless, all road users should take this incident as a reminder to stay alert and exercise caution while on the move.
Make sure to check your blind spots and not endanger yourself and others around you.
No matter the weather, it is always important to drive safely.
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Featured image adapted from ROADS.sg on Facebook.
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