WATCH: High-Speed Intersection Crash Raises Questions About Defensive Driving

A hair-raising video has surfaced showing a serious three-vehicle collision at an uncontrolled intersection.

The footage captures a car entering the intersection at high speed from a side road, only to be hit by two other vehicles travelling in opposite directions on the main road.

The first impact sends the car spinning, and the second collision seals the chaotic scene.

From the looks of it, there are no traffic lights or stop signs at this intersection, adding to the confusion.

But one question stands out – could defensive driving have prevented this crash?

Defensive driving isn’t just about following traffic laws—it’s about anticipating danger and being ready for the unexpected. In this case, all three drivers seemed to approach the intersection without enough caution, despite the obvious risks of an uncontrolled crossing.

• Should the side-road driver have slowed down, given they were entering a busy intersection?
• Could the two cars on the main road have approached with more caution, assuming the other driver might not yield?
• What role does right of way play when lives are at stake?

We know that intersections like these are ticking time bombs, especially in areas where speeding is common.

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The key takeaway here is that right of way doesn’t guarantee safety – caution and anticipation are equally critical.

Let’s hear your thoughts, SA Truckers! How could defensive driving have changed the outcome? Drop your comments below and let’s unpack this crash together.

Pro Tip: Whether you have the right of way or not, always assume the other driver might make a mistake. Slow down, stay alert, and approach every intersection like your life depends on it – because it does.