Ford F-150 Driver Side-Swipes Tesla in Hit-and-Run Incident
Introduction
A Ford F-150 driver was involved in a hit-and-run incident where they side-swiped a Tesla. The entire incident was
captured by the Tesla’s internal camera system. However, there is more to the story according to the Tesla driver.
It turns out that the pickup truck owner was attempting to evade the police after performing donuts on a golf
course.
The Incident
The incident was shared on Reddit by a user who posted a video capturing the accident. In the footage, an F-150 in
lane one pulls up alongside the Tesla in lane two and forcefully side-swipes it. While the intent behind the crash
cannot be definitively determined, it is clear that the F-150 driver veered into the Tesla’s lane. Both vehicles
were entering a gentle left bend at the time, suggesting that the truck driver may have been distracted.
Possible Impairment
The original poster believes that the F-150 driver may have been under the influence of something. They provided
the license plate number to the police, who followed up with the driver at his home. Allegedly, the Ford’s
insurance adjuster informed the Tesla owner that the truck owner was losing his license and insurance coverage
because he “forgot to take his anti-seizure medicine… you can’t drive if you take those types of meds.”
Damage and Repair
The damage seen in the video was substantial enough to affect the frame of the Tesla. The repair costs would have
exceeded the value of the entire car. This is a common issue with electric cars, as the technology within them can
be expensive to repair when damaged. Fortunately, the Tesla owner had footage of the incident, which helped with
the insurance claim. The insurance company was cooperative throughout the process and even paid out more than
expected.
Conclusion
This incident serves as a reminder to stay safe on the road. You never know when someone, perhaps off their
medication, might be driving alongside you. It is important to be vigilant and report any suspicious or dangerous
behavior to the authorities.