Was the driver speeding? Well, we did some digging on Google Maps and found some interesting information about the crash location. The accident happened next to the Footscray General Cemetary, right across the road from Le Mans Toyota. It also happens to be a rather long straight, so we can see how someone might be inspired to go a little faster than recommended by law. It seems to be Oz’s version of the Mulsanne Straight.
It’s obvious the driver wasn’t wearing a seatbelt; otherwise, he would have joined the Mustang on its journey to the final destination. We have here one of those rare occasions where not wearing a seatbelt actually saved a life. We still recommend you always wear a seatbelt, as the official data suggests. The odds of being hurled from the vehicle and not being burned to the crisp are likely similar to the odds of winning the lottery.
Is the Mustang’s reputation fair, however? Well, the evidence is out there, and in case you want to look at some Mustang Fails over the years, check the video below.