VIDEO: motorcyclist narrowly escapes being hit by an out-of-control car that overturned in Sorocaba
A motorcyclist in Sorocaba, Brazil, narrowly avoided being struck by an out-of-control car that flipped over, as captured by security footage.
In a dramatic incident caught on security cameras, a motorcyclist managed to escape being hit by a car that lost control and overturned in Sorocaba, São Paulo. The event occurred around midnight when the motorcyclist was stopping at an intersection on his way to Avenida Ipanema. As he prepared to turn, he noticed the out-of-control vehicle heading directly towards him.
Realizing the imminent danger, the motorcyclist acted instinctively and leaped off his bike just moments before the car flipped over. The footage shows the harrowing escape, highlighting the motorcyclist's quick thinking in a potentially lethal situation. The interview with the rider revealed that initially, the noise of the crashing vehicle was mistaken for carnival antics, demonstrating the unexpected chaos that can occur on the roads.
This incident underscores the unpredictability of traffic situations and the importance of vigilance while driving or riding. With the continued rise in road traffic incidents, this episode serves as a reminder of the inherent risks faced by motorcyclists and the critical need for awareness among all road users to prevent similar occurrences in the future.