Monster trucks have always been a bit frightening to me, as their drivers never seemed to be fully in control of their four-wheel-steered methanol-fueled combine harvester tire-toting machines. They just look a bit daunting to control, with the skinny suspension bits in the middle, the body perched up high and the massive (-ly heavy) wheels that offer little in the way of handling accuracy.
Now, a tragic Mexican incident has definitely made me steer clear of the sidelines of such motoring venues, as it left 8 people dead and around 80 or so injured, many of which are reportedly in serious condition.
It all took place at an air show in the state of Chihuahua on Saturday. The next day, not all of those hospitalized were released, and 46 people required additional attention.
The Star reports witnesses seeing the driver hit his head upon making the final jump you see in the video – some even say his helmet came off, causing him to pass out with his right foot to the floor. All we know is the unfortunate event forced officials to cancel the air show and prompted the obligatory investigation.
More details will definitely arise, but we’re particularly curious to hear the driver’s story, or at least more witness reports about what exactly they saw happening.
By Andrei Nedelea
Story References: The Star via Worldcarfans
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