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Tesla Narrowly Misses Night Market After Collision; Mercedes-Benz Driver Praised for Preventing Greater Harm

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Named sources Outcome reported
  • A Tesla vehicle in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, suddenly accelerated and collided with 13 other vehicles before stopping.
  • The Tesla narrowly missed hitting stalls at the popular Guanghua Night Market.
  • A Mercedes-Benz S500 acted as a buffer, preventing potentially more severe injuries and damage, with its owner praised online for his actions.

A dramatic incident unfolded in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, when a Tesla sedan reportedly lost control and accelerated rapidly, striking 13 vehicles before coming to a halt. The vehicle narrowly avoided crashing into stalls at the bustling Guanghua Night Market, a popular local attraction.

Eyewitnesses and online commentators noted that a Mercedes-Benz S500 parked nearby played a crucial role in mitigating the potential for greater harm. The luxury car absorbed the impact of the runaway Tesla, preventing it from causing more extensive damage or injuries to pedestrians and vendors at the night market.

The owner of the Mercedes-Benz, identified as Chen Hou-ren, a well-known influencer and insurance manager from Chiayi, expressed relief that no one was seriously hurt. He posted on Threads, stating, "The car can be bought again, people being safe is the most important thing." His calm response and the protective action of his vehicle earned him widespread praise online, with some calling him "Mercedes-Benz Superman."

Authorities reported that the Tesla driver, a 53-year-old man, was traveling on Guanghua 1st Road around 7 p.m. when the car suddenly accelerated at the intersection with Sanduo 2nd Road. The collision sequence involved two cars, ten motorcycles, and one bicycle, resulting in three minor injuries. The Tesla also collided with a utility pole, causing a power outage affecting approximately 600 households in the surrounding area. Taiwan Power Company crews were dispatched to restore electricity.

The car can be bought again, people being safe is the most important thing. Thank you to all friends for your concern.

— Chen Hou-renThe owner of the Mercedes-Benz that blocked the Tesla's path, expressing relief after the accident.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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