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Why Dehradun crash is an eye-opener for car safety in India, or the lack of it

Why Dehradun crash is an eye-opener for car safety in India, or the lack of it
Why Dehradun crash is an eye-opener for car safety in India, or the lack of it
PTI
Last week, a speeding MPV crashed into a truck in Dehradun killing six people on the spot.

Synopsis

The fatal accident in Dehradun last week has yet again raised a question every car buyer should ask: Are cars made in India as safe as those manufactured globally?

On November 12, a tragic car accident in Dehradun killed six young people. The Toyota Innova Hycross they were travelling in became a twisted wreck, a harrowing testament to the nature of the collision. While the forensic investigation is still pending, over-speeding, with reports suggesting a speed of 150 kmph before the crash, has been cited as a potential cause. This raises a larger question: Are cars made in India as safe as those
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The Economic Times