Source: SGRV on Facebook
An accident in Jurong saw an SUV pinned briefly between a kerb and a turning trailer truck, after what appeared to be a failed overtaking attempt.
Fortunately, both vehicles came to a stop before the situation escalated into a more serious collision.
According to the SG Road Vigilante (SGRV) Facebook page, the incident occurred on 22 Dec at about 6.05pm along Upper Jurong Road.
Dashcam footage shows a Chery Jaecoo 6 SUV travelling behind and slightly to the right of a trailer truck carrying cargo.
Source: SGRV on Facebook
As both vehicles approached a right turn leading onto the Pan Island Expressway (PIE), the SUV appeared to accelerate, possibly in an attempt to overtake the truck.
Source: SGRV on Facebook
However, the SUV driver braked when it became clear the manoeuvre could not be completed in time.
Source: SGRV on Facebook
As the truck continued its wide right turn, there was insufficient space on its right side.
The trailer subsequently struck the SUV, forcing it onto the kerb beside a traffic light pole.
Source: SGRV on Facebook
Both drivers stopped immediately, preventing further damage or injury.
The incident sparked criticism online, with many netizens saying it was “common sense” to give way to a large vehicle making a turn rather than attempting to move alongside it.
Source: Facebook
One commenter suggested the SUV driver was inexperienced, warning against driving in a heavy vehicle’s blind spot and noting that trucks require significantly more space to turn safely.
Source: Facebook
Another netizen pointed out that while the trailer truck was not fully within its lane during the turn, the SUV driver still bore responsibility for being more cautious and vigilant in such a situation.
Source: Facebook
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Featured image adapted from SGRV on Facebook.