The car was reversing from the sidewalk to turn around when it suddenly accelerated out of control. It spun two times, its speed undiminished, and only stopped after knocking down a sign and crashing into the rear of a truck waiting at a red light. Fortunately, a motorcyclist standing near the truck managed to avoid it, preventing any personal injury. The incident occurred midday on 12/5 on Au Co street, Tan Phu ward.

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To avoid such incidents, mastering essential driving skills is crucial. When reversing or turning in tight spaces, drivers should keep their foot on the brake, use the accelerator gently, and always carefully observe the vehicle's direction of travel. Electric cars, with their high torque, can accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is mistakenly pressed or if the driver makes sudden maneuvers while in reverse. To prevent loss of control, drivers should combine releasing the brake, steering gradually, and maintaining a safe distance from surrounding vehicles.

Many modern electric vehicles offer a "creep mode" function, though it is typically off by default. When this feature is deactivated, the car will not move even if the driver releases the brake pedal while in drive (D) or reverse (R) gear; acceleration only occurs when the gas pedal is pressed. This default setting can pose a challenge for drivers unfamiliar with electric cars or those who are momentarily distracted, potentially leading to incorrect pedal application and sudden, uncontrolled acceleration in reverse.

Enabling creep mode is advisable, as it allows the car to roll forward slowly when the brake pedal is released, significantly improving speed control. This feature is particularly beneficial for managing continuous start-and-stop movements in congested traffic conditions.

Under Decree 168, drivers who lose control of their speed and steering, resulting in traffic accidents, face fines ranging from 20 to 22 million dong and a deduction of 10 points from their driving license.

Pham Hai