In the early hours of Saturday, a car caught fire following a head-on collision with a truck on Castello Branco Highway (SP-280) near kilometer 77 in Itu, São Paulo. The incident occurred after the truck driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle, leading to the severe crash. Thankfully, the driver of the car sustained only minor injuries and was promptly taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, while the truck driver remained unharmed.

The State Transportation Agency of São Paulo (Artesp) provided reports regarding the incident, indicating that rescue teams were dispatched to the scene to manage the aftermath of the crash. The collision highlights the ongoing concerns regarding vehicle control on highways, particularly under challenging driving conditions, which can lead to serious accidents like this one.

As investigations continue into the factors that contributed to this accident, local authorities and transportation agencies are likely to review safety measures on the Castello Branco Highway to prevent similar incidents in the future. The event underscores the importance of road safety education for drivers, especially on busy routes.