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Aston Martin Wheel Ripped Off By Pothole
25 Feb
Summary
- A driver's Aston Martin wheel was torn off by a pothole.
- The incident caused brakes to fail, endangering his family.
- The car, a long-held dream, is now likely a write-off.
A driver recounts a terrifying incident where his Aston Martin's front wheel was "ripped off" after hitting a substantial pothole on the A346 in Wiltshire. Andrew McQueen was traveling at approximately 40 mph with his 10-year-old daughter when the impact occurred, causing the wheel to detach and leading to a dangerous skid across the road amid sparks and smoke.
McQueen, who had long dreamed of owning an Aston Martin, stated that the failure of the brakes following the incident "could have killed" his family. He described the car, which he bought so his daughter could travel with him, as looking like a "write-off." He is reportedly "disgusted" with the state of the road and has urged the local council to undertake urgent repairs.
The incident highlights the potential dangers posed by poorly maintained roads. McQueen emphasized that such hazardous conditions could have resulted in serious harm not only to himself but to many others using the road. Wiltshire Council has been contacted for comment on the matter.
