Immortal? Or Lucky? Unbelievable Car Crashes People Walked Away From
Some car crashes are so severe they leave emergency crews stunned that anyone survived. Yet, in these incredible cases, most victims walked away with minor injuries. Causes ranged from drunk driving and falling asleep at the wheel to torrential rain and even a drag race collision at 100 mph. These survivors truly defied the odds!
Tesla Model S Destroyed In Germany
In Pullach, Germany, an 18-year-old lost control of her father’s Tesla Model S, launching the car 82 feet into the air before it rolled and crashed into a field. Despite the severe impact and serious injuries, all five passengers managed to exit the vehicle on their own. Remarkably, the cabin remained intact, showcasing Tesla's impressive safety engineering.
Rollover Crash Victim Credits Seat Belt For Saving His Life
In South Dakota, a man driving a 2000 Ford Ranger swerved to avoid a car while changing lanes, crashing into a road sign instead. The collision left him unconscious, and many feared the worst. Miraculously, he survived with only minor injuries and credits his seat belt for saving his life—even though his truck was totaled. Buckle up, it really can make the difference!
An Oxford Woman Survives A Head-On Collision During Rush Hour
In Oxford, England, a 31-year-old woman endured a harrowing rush-hour crash with a van and another vehicle on a dangerous road. Firefighters cut the car's roof to free her, but despite the devastation, she escaped with fractured ribs and bruises. "It was literally a head-on collision... the back of my car was crushed with me in the middle," she said, calling her survival an incredible escape.
Idaho Man Survives Drunk Driving Crash
A 23-year-old Idaho man crashed his Ford Fusion south of Blackfoot on Interstate 15 after veering off the left shoulder, hitting a guardrail, and overturning into the median. The guardrail pierced the car and the driver’s seat, but he miraculously survived. Police confirmed he was driving under the influence and is lucky to be alive.
Man In Mazda 3 Survives Horrendous Crash Into Ditch
A 42-year-old UK man lost control of his Mazda 3 while driving to work, flipping multiple times before landing in a water-filled ditch. With the driver’s side pinned down, he couldn’t open the door but escaped the wreck unharmed. Despite the chaos, he walked away without a scratch.
Man Thrown From Car In New Zealand Survives After Drinking And Driving
Two men crashed their vehicles off a rural road in South Canterbury after a rugby match, with one being thrown from his car. Despite scattered beer bottles at the scene, both men survived, though one required hospitalization.
New Jersey Woman Survives Pinball Car Accident
A New Jersey woman’s car spun out after being struck by a truck, colliding with two more vehicles in a chaotic crash. She was hospitalized with injuries but is fortunate to have survived.
Two Young Children Kept Alive During Crash By Their Car Seats
Two young boys, secured in car seats, survived a severe crash on Easter Sunday in Queens Island alongside their injured parents. Their mother was airlifted due to facial trauma, while the rest suffered minor injuries.
Pipes Smash Through Driver’s Window, And He Survives
A man in Arizona escaped with minor injuries after large metal pipes pierced his car during a crash on Interstate 17. Dubbed a “miracle,” the accident left the car destroyed but spared his life.
Man Escapes Crash Into The Back Of A Tractor
A Santa Maria man crashed his Honda into a tractor, tearing off the roof and hood in the process. Miraculously, he walked away from the wreck with just a few scratches.
Motorist Survives After Tree Falls On His Car With Him Inside
A Georgia man survived after a large tree fell on his car, pinning him inside. Firefighters used the Jaws of Life to free him, and he escaped without life-threatening injuries.
Car Landed On Its Nose, But Two Men Inside Survive
Two Mississippi men survived a crash that left their car in a vertical position after losing control on Highway 473. Emergency responders rescued them, and both walked away without major injuries.
Woman Survived After Pieces Of Overpass Fell On Her Car
An Indianapolis woman was injured when debris from a damaged overpass crashed through her windshield and hood. Despite the severity, she sustained only minor injuries and was taken to the hospital.
Two Men Buried Under Truck Full Of Cabbage Are Lucky To Be Alive
Two South Carolina men were buried under cabbage when an eighteen-wheeler crashed into a median and scattered its load. Both survived with minor injuries after being pulled from the wreckage.
Man Survives After Crashing His Car Through Lamppost
A man in the UK crashed his Subaru through a lamppost and into a tree, leaving his car overturned and crumpled. Rescuers freed him, and he was hospitalized with chest and back pain.
Washington Man Survives Car Accident That Sets His Car On Fire
A fatigued Washington driver rolled his car, which burst into flames after veering off the road. Though the car was destroyed, he escaped with minor injuries and was treated at a hospital.
Two Lucky Teenagers Survive Crash That Leaves Car On Its Roof
Two Wisconsin teens survived after their car flipped onto its roof and landed down a steep embankment. Thanks to seat belts and airbags, they escaped with no life-threatening injuries.
Australian Man With Totalled Car Survives Accident After Rolling Eight Times
A 23-year-old Australian man rolled his BMW eight times near Bathurst, completely totaling the vehicle. Despite head and pelvic injuries, he survived the crash and was treated in the hospital.
Two Men Survive High-Speed Collision With A Truck
Two UK men survived a high-speed crash with a truck, which sent their car's engine flying into a nearby field. The incident, believed to involve street racing, left both men with minor injuries.
Vancouver Woman Survives Crash That Ripped Her Car In Half
A Vancouver woman’s car was torn in half after she lost control during heavy rain and hit a pole. Despite the severe crash, she escaped with only minor injuries.
Teenager Driver Survives Crash After Being Cut From Car
An 18-year-old in the UK lost control of his car during heavy rain, sliding into a wooded area. Firefighters took 90 minutes to rescue him, and he spent nine days in the hospital with broken bones.
Four Teenagers Survive High-Speed Car Collision In Australia
An unlicensed 16-year-old crashed his grandmother’s car into a pole and wall, knocking down power lines. All four teens survived with minor injuries and were treated at Westmead Hospital.
Teenager Survives Crash After Falling Asleep At The Wheel
A 19-year-old woman survived a crash into a tree after falling asleep at the wheel, though her car caught fire. She was pulled out with serious injuries, including a separated pelvis, but is expected to recover.
Four Children Survive After Leading Police On High-Speed Chase
Four Australian children aged 11-14 led police on a 140 km/h chase before crashing into a wall. Despite the collision, no injuries were reported, and the children face multiple charges.
Toddler Narrowly Misses Death After Man Drove Car Through Mall
A man in Melbourne drove through a mall, narrowly missing a toddler in a stroller moments before running it over. Police later apprehended the driver, and no injuries were reported.
