1 Oct 2026, Thu

Runaway Wheel Shears The Roof Off A BMW

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We’ve witnessed the destructive force of runaway wheels and seen them kill innocent motorists far too often. Fortunately, a UK incident didn’t end in a fatality, though the wheel came within inches of peeling the roof off a BMW in a terrifying near-miss.

A heavy wheel at speed can cause catastrophic damage or death. The close call is a stark reminder of why proper maintenance matters, since a single loose wheel can become a deadly projectile on the road.

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