Elderly driver wedges car on Adelaide bus track

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An 83-year-old woman became the latest victim of Adelaide’s O-Bahn busway after her Hyundai Accent got stuck between the tracks at the Paradise Interchange on Darley Road, Adelaide, on 10 July 2024. South Australia Police reported the car slipped, causing the airbags to deploy. Emergency services were called, and despite the driver being visibly shaken, she did not sustain serious injuries. The Hyundai hatch was removed by a crane and placed on a tow truck, allowing the O-Bahn route to reopen. Authorities have not disclosed whether the woman faced any charges. Previous reports have noted multiple incidents of vehicles getting stuck on the O-Bahn tracks, despite numerous warning signs, with removal costs reaching $6000.

Brands mentioned: Hyundai