- By Divanshi Sharma
- Tue, 21 May 2024 07:35 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Pune Porsche Accident: In Pune city, near Kalyani Nagar, a tragic accident occurred when a luxury car collided with a motorcycle. This accident resulted in the death of two individuals, including a young woman and both victims passed away instantly at the scene. Video footage of the incident showed a crowd attacking the car's driver as he attempted to exit his damaged vehicle.
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The driver of the car was a minor who was taken into custody but later released on bail by the Juvenile Justice Board. The bail was granted with several conditions focused on rehabilitation and raising awareness. Now, there have been further advancements made in the case today as the father of the minor has been arrested today.
Shifting our focus towards the luxury car, it was a Porsche Taycan that was apparently being driven at a speed of over 180 km/h before it collided with the motorcycle.
All About The Pune Porsche Accident Car - Porsche Taycan
Porsche Taycan is an electric model available in India with its prices ranging from Rs 1.61 crore and Rs 2.44 crore (ex-showroom). It is available in four broad variants - Standard Taycan, Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo and Taycan Turbo S. All these variants produced different power outputs of 402 bhp, 536 bhp, 871 bhp and 938 bhp, respectively.
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Talking about its safety, the Porsche Taycan is equipped with 10 airbags, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, high-beam assist, seat belt warning, child lock, anchor points for child seat, overspeed warning, speed sensing door lock, anti theft engine immobiliser, middle rear three-point seatbelt, flashing emergency brake light, lane departure warning and central locking.