Almost got into my first accident

"Zohaibman72" (zohaibman72) 03/21/2014 at 16:31 • Filed to: Accident, Bad Driver

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I went to go pick up milk and ginger ale from the grocery store because my mother was sick, and get lunch for myself. As I was leaving the lot there was traffic all over. I waited until I could turn left, and a Acura SUV and Corolla that appeared out of nowhere almost hit me in the side. They both slammed on their breaks and honked at me, i tried to keep calm and drove home, my hands where shaking from the shock.

My windows where down too, ultimate embrassment. I don't want to drive for a bit now.

Party-vi > Zohaibman72 03/21/2014 at 16:34

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First accident: backed into and up on-to an Audi Allroad. Stupid move.

Zohaibman72 > Party-vi 03/21/2014 at 16:37

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My dad lost his accord coupe by backing into a Nissan X-Trail, the whole rear of the car was under the X-Trail. Ironically he bought an X-Trail after that Accord, he was impressed that it didn't take much damage.

Dunnik > Zohaibman72 03/21/2014 at 16:38

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Glad there's an "almost" in there.

You should know, however, that when I hear "appeared out of nowhere" I usually assume it's because the driver could have seen them, but didn't. Stay safe.

Zohaibman72 > Dunnik 03/21/2014 at 16:40

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I completely take full responsibility, it was my fault. I didn't see them.

$kaycog > Zohaibman72 03/21/2014 at 16:46

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Scary almost accident, but it'll heighten your awareness. Glad all is well.

Zohaibman72 > $kaycog 03/21/2014 at 16:48

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Thanks, yeah it's probably going to stick in my mind, making me more aware.

Dunnik > Zohaibman72 03/21/2014 at 16:52

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It happens. Your learn you lesson, thank your lucky stars and keep on truckin'

jariten1781 > Zohaibman72 03/21/2014 at 16:59

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I've never caused an accident (cross my fingers) but I had way too many 'almosts' when I was first driving. Stay safe out there.

Zohaibman72 > jariten1781 03/21/2014 at 17:00

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Thanks, I hope I don't ever get into a real accident anytime soon.

RWS > Zohaibman72 03/21/2014 at 17:08

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Thats always the problem people have with motorcycles. They look but they just don't see. Its a really weird phenomenon but happens all the time. Guess all you can do is learn (unlike me. Made the same mistake of driving too close on two separate occasions and punted the car in-front) and do your best to avoid it happening again :) .