[chaitanyakrish]

Originally Posted by G13BB

Close call on Bangalore - Mysore Expressway

Two Red Flags for you to observe :

1. The Wheels of the bus are already on the lane markings and most likely he would change lanes.

2. By going between the bus and the Creta, you would lose your CAS on the sides.

If I was in your place, I would follow the Creta on the 3rd Lane.

There is a very good thread on Teambhp on this topic.

https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/road-...es-safely.html (The Art of Following & Changing Lanes safely)

[hmansari]

Originally Posted by G13BB

Close call on Bangalore - Mysore Expressway

It could also be that the bus driver was trying to deliberately slow you down before the upcoming speed cameras to avoid you getting a fine. Little did he know that by trying to save you a 1000 bucks, he probably risked the lives of several people.

It must have been nerve racking for you and the passengers in the car having such a close call.

Praying for your safe travels.

[abhinav.s]

Originally Posted by hmansari

It could also be that the bus driver was trying to deliberately slow you down before the upcoming speed cameras to avoid you getting a fine.
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Very valid point. I am regular on this road (Twice a week) and have observed people driving like maniacs and suddenly slowing down when nearing the speed cams. That could also be the reason why the Creta driver was doing 90 on the overtaking lane.

To the OP, on the Blore-Mysore E-Way, it is a matter of paying close attention to the traffic around and always being attentive. Good reflexes by you in the given situation.

[for_cars1]

Originally Posted by G13BB

.... The KSRTC bus driver suddenly decided to take the fast lane (without checking the mirrors or giving an indicator) ...

Originally Posted by Mike_Schumacher

....A KSRTC bus gave a left indicator and then suddenly turned right.

There are enough valid comments about this incident, so I will refrain from adding more

However would want to highlight a general aspect that on our roads, it is extremely important to either flash the lights (at night) or sound the horn (during day) before overtaking any heavy vehicle.

You have to make the heavy vehicle driver aware of presence and that you are about to overtake him.

It is extremely dangerous (on our roads) to silently overtake a heavy vehicle (with huge blind spots).
If you do that silent overtake, there are high chances the heavy vehicle will swerve towards you during your overtaking manoeuvre, an easily avoidable situation with a light/quick (non irritating) tap of the horn.

[svsantosh]

Originally Posted by hmansari

It could also be that the bus driver was trying to deliberately slow you down before the upcoming speed cameras to avoid you getting a fine. Little did he know that by trying to save you a 1000 bucks, he probably risked the lives of several people.

If, even if your are correct about this theory - it would be really weird if an accident had happened.

OP - Why did you cause an accident.
Bus Driver - I tried to save you a 1000Rs fine.
OP - Who is going to pay?
Bus Driver - Insurance! You cannot pay a challan with Insurance right

Jai ho!

[DustyWanderer]

Originally Posted by G13BB

Close call on Bangalore - Mysore Expressway

I travelled back to Bangalore from Mysore yesterday and had a near miss with a KSRTC when I was casually cruising near the speed limit in the centre lane which is the fast lane.

I wanted to share a few observations regarding the video:

1. The dash cam car is in the middle lane, driving at approximately 100 km/h.

2. A white Creta is in the fast lane, moving at a slower speed.

3. There is an older KSRTC bus in poor condition, lacking functional indicators or brake lights. The bus driver appears to rely on hand signals, which is highly inappropriate on an expressway.

As the dash cam car approached the bus, the bus driver swerved slightly into the middle lane before returning to his original lane. However, shortly after, the driver veered back into the middle lane without proper checks, seemingly attempting to overtake another vehicle. This reckless behavior, coupled with the "big vehicle ego," posed a serious risk.

From my perspective, I don’t see any fault on the part of the dash cam driver other than attempting to overtake a bus being driven irresponsibly. The incident highlights the bus driver’s carelessness, which nearly caused a serious accident, leaving both cars in a dangerous situation.

It’s important to address this matter directly and acknowledge that the bus driver is clearly at fault here. Placing blame on the victim only detracts from the real issue at hand.

[N1m1z]

Back when I drove on a highway for the first time, my dad constantly instructed me to honk before passing any truck or bus since they have very limited visibility. Since then, I've made it a habit to always give a small honk (or a longer one if the speed differential is high) right before passing to make the bus/truck driver aware of my presence, especially when overtaking from the left (which, driving in India, happens more often than not). This could be a bit annoying, but apparently goes a long way in keeping ourself safe. OP has posted the exact situation this behaviour hopes to prevent.

[binand]

Originally Posted by DustyWanderer

It’s important to address this matter directly and acknowledge that the bus driver is clearly at fault here. Placing blame on the victim only detracts from the real issue at hand.

Usually - when such a near-miss video is posted, the responses fall into two categories:

1. Analyses that determine culpability among the various participants (identifying someone who's "clearly at fault").

2. Suggestions to one or several of the drivers involved (often a member here; and misunderstood as "blame the victim") on what they need to focus on or address to avoid similar situations in the future.

Both have value; but in my opinion the second is more relevant in a forum such as this. After all - the KSRTC driver might have been clearly at fault here, but if it had ended up being an accident the losses (financial and emotional) would have been almost entirely borne by the car driver.

[DustyWanderer]

Originally Posted by binand

Both have value; but in my opinion the second is more relevant in a forum such as this. After all - the KSRTC driver might have been clearly at fault here, but if it had ended up being an accident the losses (financial and emotional) would have been almost entirely borne by the car driver.

I completely agree. In our forum, we encourage our fellow members to follow the rules and practice safe driving to avoid any unfortunate incidents. However, if I were to comment on this post, I would approach it slightly differently.

First and foremost, I would wish the dash cam driver well and express relief that they are safe and that their quick reaction helped avoid a collision with the bus driver’s reckless actions.

Next, I would point out that the fault clearly lies with the bus driver. As the operator of a larger vehicle with limited visibility, it was their responsibility to ensure the bus was roadworthy and to indicate well in advance before making a lane change. Moreover, the driver should have checked the rear-view mirrors for oncoming traffic before swerving into the middle lane, an action that almost caused a crash involving two cars.

Finally, I would suggest discussing how to report such incidents to the authorities or exploring ways to advocate for stricter enforcement of road safety and driving etiquette. This could be an effective way to bring about a change and ensure safer roads for everyone.

[vmanu]

Originally Posted by N1m1z

Back when I drove on a highway for the first time, my dad constantly instructed me to honk before passing any truck or bus since they have very limited visibility..

A short honk or a quick flash while overtaking a heavy vehicle is a good option, but most importantly, watch for their hand signals as well (though not the usual ones seen on highways).

[kavu75]

Source Hindustan Times

https://www.hindustantimes.com/citie...531823625.html

Miscreant tries to topple vehicles with wooden log on Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway, sparks safety concerns.

This is very scary

[deehunk]

Originally Posted by kavu75

This is very scary

This is what happens when you impose unscientific speed limits on such a beautiful road. Vehicles driven at current speed limits are like sitting ducks for miscreants.

[dass]

Originally Posted by deehunk

This is what happens when you impose unscientific speed limits on such a beautiful road. Vehicles driven at current speed limits are like sitting ducks for miscreants.

Do you mean to say, the speed limit should be higher? I think the driver was able to get out of the situation because of a lower speed limit.

[shankar.balan]

Can anyone advise us. Is there now a new ‘lane indiscipline’ fine being levied on errant vehicles on the Bangalore - Mysore Toll Highway?

If yes, then that is just fantastic news.

[m8002?]

Originally Posted by kavu75

Source Hindustan Times

https://www.hindustantimes.com/citie...531823625.html

Miscreant tries to topple vehicles with wooden log on Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway, sparks safety concerns.

This is very scary

Is it even possible to topple a car when running over an angled piece of wood when placed this way? I can understand it happening when having a wooden plank and get one wheel on it.