An edge-of-your-seat dashcam video has caused a stir in the UAE, where a driver’s dangerous last-minute swerve resulted in a multi-car pileup—and now forms the focus of a new road safety campaign. The video illustrates how a single moment of rashness can turn what could have been close calls into catastrophes.
What the Video Illustrates:
Sudden Swerve: Driver suddenly lanes up to evade missing an exit, cutting off several cars.
Domino Crash: Results in a 4-car pileup with spinning cars (miraculously, no deaths).
Campaign Kickoff: UAE authorities issued the clip to promote “Close Calls Kill”—a new campaign aimed at aggressive lane discipline.
Road Safety Tips:
Never Swerve at the Last Moment: Spilled your exit? Drive safely and take the next exit.
Signal Early: Provide drivers 3+ seconds advance notice for lane changes.
Report Hazardous Drivers: Utilize Ministry of Interior’s “We Are All Police” app.
Why It Counts: UAE experiences 500+ swerve-related crashes per year—most avoidable. This campaign is designed to jolt drivers toward safer practices.
