Watch: Truck, cars crash into road barriers in Abu Dhabi as tyres burst amid scorching heat

Khaleej Times

2 days ago

As temperatures remain high, vehicles need regular maintenance to ensure they remain safe for driving. One particularly essential check is inspecting tyres to ensure they are safe of cracks or wear and tear, as any damage could be multiplied by the summer heat, causing severe accidents.
Abu Dhabi authorities shared a video of vehicles which skidded across roads, lost complete control and crashed into road barriers as their tyres burst.
Watch the video here:
In the first clip, the impact of the tyre damage causes the car to swerve from the left-most lane on a highway to the right road barrier, crashing into it and overturning. Apart from the vehicle whose tyres are faulty, it can also cause harm to multiple road users who are in the way as the vehicle veers dangerously.
In subsequent footage, cars can be seen sliding all over the roads, as smoke billows from the tyres. But its not just cars; a truck lost its balance and crashed into the barrier, with the body of the vehicle almost disconnecting from each other due to the impact of the collision.
Authorities released this video as a reminder to drivers to use tyres that meet specifications and to ensure its suitability, its size, the temperature it can withstand, the appropriate load, and the year of manufacture.
Violations are punishable by a fine of Dh500, four traffic points, and a one-week vehicle impoundment for tyres that are unfit for driving.