A woman taking a used car for a test drive in Bengaluru was involved in an accident after allegedly pressing the accelerator instead of the clutch, according to police. The vehicle reportedly hit a pedestrian before crashing into an electric pole.
The incident took place in the KR Puram area, where the test drive was underway. Police said the mishap happened when the driver made an error while operating the car, leading to a sudden loss of control.
Authorities said the car first struck a pedestrian and then rammed into an electric pole. The case has drawn attention because it occurred during a used-car test drive, a setting where unfamiliarity with the vehicle can become a safety concern.
Police have confirmed the basic sequence of events, and the Bengaluru crash is being reported as an accidental pedal mix-up. The incident adds to concerns around road safety and careful supervision during vehicle test drives.
