The Fatal Risk of Forgetting the Handbrake: One Action, One Life! A Must-Read for Drivers
[Real Case] Forgetting the Handbrake, Driver Crushed to Death by Truck
A few days ago, a surveillance video circulated on Facebook with truly shocking footage.
A truck driver, after parking his vehicle, got out to check the cargo at the rear. But he forgot to pull the handbrake and didn't put the gear in park. As a result, the entire truck slowly rolled backward. When the driver noticed, he tried to back away to avoid it, but he couldn't react in time and was ultimately crushed between a metal wall and the truck, dying on the spot.
Video Source: Wowtchout - A map-based dashcam sharing platform
Netizens' Comments
Zhan Kai-Kai: "A hypothetical question, if he had immediately ducked (or laid down), could he have survived?"
Li Guo-Qi: "I just saw him unloading an excavator this morning, and now he's gone."
Zhong Wei-Han: "This happens because it wasn't his habit. No excuses."
Zeng Yu-Kai: "That's not forgetting, it's just a bad habit."
Jenn Jennifer: "I so wish I could have moved the truck for him."
Many people, after watching the video, pointed out a key takeaway: 👉 Always pull the handbrake when parking, and it's best to also put the car in gear to be safe.
One netizen lamented, "Pulling the handbrake takes only a second, but it can save a life." Others said that if the driver had chosen to dodge sideways or jump away immediately, he might have escaped.
My Own Real Experience
Actually, I've encountered a similar situation myself.
Once, I parked my car on a slope. I didn't think it was a problem at the time, but because it was an old car, it started to slowly roll backward after a few minutes!
Fortunately, a friend happened to be nearby and saw it. He immediately rushed to get a wheel chock and blocked the tire, preventing the car from sliding down the slope. That moment was truly terrifying.
It was because of this experience that I truly understood:
🚨 Once something happens, it's too late. The only thing you can do is take precautions beforehand.
What This Incident Reminds Us
- Essential Parking Actions: Always pull the handbrake before getting out. For manual cars, put it in gear; for automatic cars, shift to P (Park).
- Develop Safe Habits: Don't be complacent and think it's fine just for a short stop.
- React Quickly in an Accident: Dodging sideways or jumping away is a better survival strategy than trying to push back.
- Be Extra Careful on Slopes: It's recommended to have wheel chocks as extra insurance.
This is a very harsh lesson, but it also makes more people realize:
🚨 Driving is not a matter of skill, but a matter of safety habits.
I hope everyone can take this as a warning. Whether you're driving a small car or a large truck, developing good safety habits is crucial to prevent yourself or others from falling into an irreversible tragedy.
🙏 Amitabha, may the deceased rest in peace, and may this serve as a reminder for those of us still driving to be more cautious.
A Reminder for Drivers
"One extra action when parking means one less accident on the road." 🚗
