Slow down and drive with caution

The Yeti · 23-04-2012, 02:09 PM

I dont want this to be a hoon bash thread, we all know my opinions there

but on Friday night we had another one in my local area, the investigation is still open so we wont cast any sort of assumptions BUT all I can say is this type of impact doesnt happen at 50kmh

impact 1 & 2, takes the tree out of the ground and the car impacts with the retaining wall

impact 3

I dont know the current condition of the driver, but I do know they were not very well when they were transported.

theres no need for this, so please guys slow down and bit and use a bit more caution

Oxa384 · 23-04-2012, 02:14 PM

yea good advice we all like to think we are invincable (me included) but it dosnt take much for it to go pear shaped.

kaniSS · 23-04-2012, 02:15 PM

Impact 3 - Trying some sideways actions for sure.

The Yeti · 23-04-2012, 02:16 PM

impact 3 is just how it ended I have know idea what position it was in when it left the road

turbodewd · 23-04-2012, 02:19 PM

Lets not jump to conclusions. Its not impossible that a huntsman in the face or a health condition could have caused this. Or even sexual misadventure?!

The Yeti · 23-04-2012, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by turbodewd

Lets not jump to conclusions. Its not impossible that a huntsman in the face or a health condition could have caused this. Or even sexual misadventure?!

Could have but um didnt,

Ive been to a number of these and we had an incedent a week or so earlier that was the result of a diabetic situation, and you right it is technicaly possible, I did open my post with I dont want a hoon bashing thread. All I ask is that people see the pics and with any luck take it on board and slow down and drive with more caution

jaydee · 23-04-2012, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by turbodewd

Lets not jump to conclusions. Its not impossible that a huntsman in the face or a health condition could have caused this. Or even sexual misadventure?!

Sounds like the BS a lawyer will throw up in Court to get the idiot off a charge.

Ben73 · 24-04-2012, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by turbodewd

Lets not jump to conclusions. Its not impossible that a huntsman in the face or a health condition could have caused this. Or even sexual misadventure?!

Yeah it's possible. Last week a spider caused $23000 worth of damage to one of our work cars.
It was a third parties fault, not someone from my work.

Cheese3 · 23-04-2012, 02:19 PM

I have to say it...

It will buff out

GunmetalFox · 26-04-2012, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Cheese3

I have to say it...

It will buff out

hahah was thinking the same glad someone said it ..But its still serious and it needs too stop..etc etc etc..

xisled · 23-04-2012, 03:00 PM

Good post, pictures speak more than words.

Who knows what happened to cause this accident, but it does show that no matter what type of car, what kind of street, accidents can happen anywhere and it is a good message, especially coming into winter when roads are not always dry and ideal summer conditions.

The Yeti · 23-04-2012, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by xisled

Good post, pictures speak more than words.

Who knows what happened to cause this accident, but it does show that no matter what type of car, what kind of street, accidents can happen anywhere and it is a good message, especially coming into winter when roads are not always dry and ideal summer conditions.

thank you thats the exact point I was trying to make

Miss_XR6 · 23-04-2012, 03:03 PM

Was it wet cause that grass looks really wet???

05_ENFORCER · 23-04-2012, 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Miss_XR6

Was it wet cause that grass looks really wet???

Take a closer look at the sidewalls of both tyres and yes it does look damp but could also be the fireys aftermath.

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The Yeti · 23-04-2012, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by 05_ENFORCER

Take a closer look at the sidewalls of both tyres and yes it does look damp but could also be the fireys aftermath.

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yea thats from the fireys if you look at the last photo you can see where the warter stops n starts

The Yeti · 23-04-2012, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Miss_XR6

Was it wet cause that grass looks really wet???

the road was dry at the time of the incedent this happend in north western sydney on friday night at arround 18:45 so you know what the roads have been like latlety if you look closly to the left of the impact with the wall you can see where the car has skipped allong the wall digging in to the wet grass

this person was VERY lucky, well I assume they were and still are it really was that close

Miss_XR6 · 23-04-2012, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by The Yeti

the road was dry at the time of the incedent this happend in north western sydney on friday night at arround 18:45 so you know what the roads have been like latlety if you look closly to the left of the impact with the wall you can see where the car has skipped allong the wall digging in to the wet grass

this person was VERY lucky, well I assume they were and still are it really was that close

It was raining at night on friday at my place in south sydney hence why I asked

Who knows what caused it if it was driver error/racing or something else

Ive seen a driver try and dodge a dog on the road only to loose control and end up in someones front yard

The Yeti · 23-04-2012, 09:37 PM

This person has more to be concerned about at this point in time than a cort appearance

SS_01 · 23-04-2012, 09:59 PM

Great Post, I think some forget how we all have acted at some stage or another, and some of us (me included in this) have been lucky enough to not endure anything like this result.
I also think its important to remember that, Regardless of what he was or did do, he is now paying for his actions in a big way, and might do for the rest of his life. I dont wish this on my worst enemy, and these photos certainly do show how (maybe) 5 minutes of fun can sometimes turn into a lifetime of misery. I certainly hope that this isn't the case here.
Thanks for sharing The Yeti.

LTDHO · 24-04-2012, 07:28 AM

Yeah speed kills blah blah. So slow down.

How about driving with some respect?

Miss_XR6 · 24-04-2012, 08:41 AM

Not only should drivers slow down but drivers should LOOK
My friend was killed last night cause a driver did not look

graham_h · 24-04-2012, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Miss_XR6

Not only should drivers slow down but drivers should LOOK
My friend was killed last night cause a driver did not look

That's terrible news, condolences to you and the family.

As for the OP's post....... it's a shocking reality every day we see things like this. Was it a young bloke ?

One thing is for sure as a parent of two boys, when they are older (one's not too far off) I'll make damn sure this doesn't happen to them.
I'll take them to emergency wards and rehab centres to see the results first hand.
I'll also take them to the track as often as possible so they can beat on their cars if they want to.

prydey · 24-04-2012, 09:21 AM

Good thread. whilst we all don't agree with the govt's attitude toward speed and speeding, what we see in the OP pic is why the govt are like they are. there has been a bit of a spate of these of late in different states and regardless of how it happened, i think its pretty obvious, the speed limits aren't being adhered to.

its these kind of things that make it harder for all the law abiding people, afterall, the law abiders are the only ones affected by legislation. the people who come unstuck and wrap themselves around trees aren't following the rules so tightening them will have zero effect.

AFF has a large membership so all AFF members need to make sure they do the right thing and at least then thats a start and can cause a flow on effect amongst family and friends. as car enthusiasts, we have to use restraint and realise there is a time and place for being stupid, and public roads isn't it.

here's another one in dubbo
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/mor...-1226335861660

as tragic as this is, there is a small lesson. the passengers got out because they felt unsafe. this saved their life. if you feel you are a passenger in a car that is being driven unsafely, hop out. in this case, it saved their lives.

so don't be tools on the road. if you're always in a rush, leave 10min earlier. its not hard. if you feel like you have to prove yours is bigger all the time - grow up. take it to the track.

edit - i'm not saying if you don't speed you are safe, but those coming unstuck aren't just drifting a bit over the limit.

new2ford · 27-04-2012, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by prydey

Good thread. whilst we all don't agree with the govt's attitude toward speed and speeding, what we see in the OP pic is why the govt are like they are. there has been a bit of a spate of these of late in different states and regardless of how it happened, i think its pretty obvious, the speed limits aren't being adhered to.

i don't think speed limits need to be brought into discussion of this one. It's more a question of driving at a speed that's unsafe in the circumstances. Just because a speed limit is say 60 km/h doesn't mean it's automatically safe to drive at that speed in blinding rain or when you're going round a corner.

The government has a mantra about exceeding the speed limit automatically being "unsafe" but in reality in some circumstances exceeding the speed limit isn't unsafe and in other circumstances driving under the speed limit (but too fast for the circumstances) isn't safe. It's not driving according to the conditions that's the safety issue.

prydey · 27-04-2012, 10:17 AM

did you read my full post? the last line i added that obeying the limits did not automatically make you safe, because i knew someone would eventually raise the argument you have.

as for being able to safely drive beyond the limit, i don't really care. this may be the case, but it is also illegal. i find a big problem with many in todays society is respecting authority. if there is a limit there, drive up to the limit, not beyond it regardless of whether you think you can or not. if the conditions are such that you don't feel comfortable at the posted limit, then drive slower. its hardly rocket science.

clearly, this is not about speed limits. i have no problem with people drifting over by 5-10km/h. also, clearly the accident in question involved a car that was doing more than just drifting over the 50 limit by 5-10km/h. i don't think there is any legislation that can stop things like this happening, except appealing on forums such as this for everyone to take it easy. unfortunately it normally takes a good 10 years after getting your licence to realise that parents and 'older' people do actually know what they are on about. nearly all younger drivers (myself included) get their licence and think they are schumacher.

driving is a privilege, not a right, and needs to be treated as such.

The Yeti · 24-04-2012, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by graham_h

That's terrible news, condolences to you and the family.

As for the OP's post....... it's a shocking reality every day we see things like this. Was it a young bloke ?

One thing is for sure as a parent of two boys, when they are older (one's not too far off) I'll make damn sure this doesn't happen to them.
I'll take them to emergency wards and rehab centres to see the results first hand.
I'll also take them to the track as often as possible so they can beat on their cars if they want to.

I was at a job a few weeks ago that although looked bad it was just a bit of blood and not that bad (in real terms they were very lucky not to be more injured) any how, the lady accross the road from me drove past it on the way home she grabed her 16yo & 18yo kids through them in the car and drove them back, I'm not a fan of spectators but I cant argue with her tactic of letting these kids see 1st hand the seen to hopfully make them think before they do any thign stupid.

blk6t · 24-04-2012, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Miss_XR6

Not only should drivers slow down but drivers should LOOK
My friend was killed last night cause a driver did not look

I think I know who your talking about, I knew him and he was way too young.

He was a popular young man, many are feeling the impact of this unfortunate accident.

So yes please watch where your driving and always be aware of what is around you!

Miss_XR6 · 24-04-2012, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by blk6t

I think I know who your talking about, I knew him and he was way too young.

He was a popular young man, many are feeling the impact of this unfortunate accident.

So yes please watch where your driving and always be aware of what is around you!

Everyone is feeling the lost of him.... We lost one of his best mates not even 2 years ago from a car accident.. It has shocked the community hard

The Yeti · 24-04-2012, 09:07 AM

OK LTDHO, I expected the first part of your post earlier it seems you missed my point or dont have a clue (I'm hopeing you just missed my point)

Graham, I dont beleive I have mentioned the sex of the driver (I tried not to), the driver was mid 20's NOT a P plater

LTDHO · 24-04-2012, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by The Yeti

OK LTDHO, I expected the first part of your post earlier it seems you missed my point or dont have a clue (I'm hopeing you just missed my point)

Graham, I dont beleive I have mentioned the sex of the driver (I tried not to), the driver was mid 20's NOT a P plater

Hey Yeti, My post wasn't directed at you.