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Motorsport

Driver Ejected from Toyota FJ Cruiser in Beach Stunt Gone Wrong

It’s completely comprehensible to be skeptical about movies revealed on-line on April 1. However, this video certain appears to be like terrifyingly actual. Footage recorded in Kuwait on the Abu Al Hasaniya seashore reveals a stunt gone horribly fallacious. A Toyota FJ Cruiser driver was ejected from after attempting however failing to drag a stunt.

We can safely assume that he wasn’t sporting a seatbelt. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have been thrown out of the SUV whereas the FJ Cruiser was rolling over. We can see the driving force strolling on his personal two toes following the loopy crash, so he was fortunate sufficient to outlive. He seems to be limping, however a damaged ankle is a small worth to pay for such reckless conduct.

What was he attempting to perform anyway? Perhaps he needed to indicate off his “skills” in entrance of his buddies. Otherwise, there would not be a digicam pointing immediately on the FJ Cruiser, until a stranger observed the Toyota SUV getting dangerously near the water. At one level within the video, the driving force opens the door for no matter cause, earlier than closing it to carry out what may’ve been a deadly stunt.

If you continue to have doubts concerning the authenticity of this video—it’s April Fools’ Day in spite of everything—there are pictures of the aftermath. The automobile was ultimately swept into the ocean earlier than the fireplace division recovered it. That poor Toyota FJ Cruiser has definitely seen higher days. Local experiences declare authorities in Mubarak Al-Kabeer Governorate have seized the wrecked SUV.

Hopefully, the driving force has realized his lesson for the reason that odds are he will not be this fortunate subsequent time. Swerving a automobile so enthusiastically the place there’s sand and water shouldn’t be one of the best concept, even if you happen to drive a real off-roader. Not sporting a seatbelt whereas attempting to drag off such a harmful stunt is mind-boggling, to say the least.

 
Cars, News

VinFast’s VF9 Has the EV Range, But What About the Quality?

One reason to doubt the VF9 is that it hasn’t been extensively tested on North American roads yet. Currently, it has only been available for purchase in Vietnam, where its parent company, VinFast’s conglomerate, is located. VinFast is a relatively new player in the market, having launched in 2017, and doesn’t have as much EV development experience as major competitors like Tesla, Ford, Chevrolet, and Hyundai. The VF9 has not yet undergone testing by reliable car review sources such as Kelley Blue Book, Motor Trend, and Edmunds.

However, if the VF9 is similar to VinFast’s previous EV, the VF8, its battery range may not justify buying it. In a recent test by SlashGear, the VF8 City Edition Plus faced criticism for various issues. The reviewer found problems with rear visibility, suspension, drivetrain, and electrical systems. There were also complaints about drive assist features being more bothersome than helpful, an uninspiring exterior design, an unattractive interior, and a problematic user interface that heavily relied on touch controls. The VF8 also lacked throttle response from its gas pedal.

Despite the mixed response to the VF8, VinFast remains confident that the VF9 can attract buyers with its extended battery range and other features. Le Thi Thu Thuy, the Global CEO of VinFast, states, “VinFast always strives to bring high-quality products, reasonable prices, and outstanding aftersales services to our consumers globally. The VF9’s 330-mile battery range is one of the best in the market, which confirms our commitment to producing competitive vehicles.”