webfact Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 Passenger van driver killed, 3 passengers injured in road accident BANGKOK: -- The driver of a passenger van was killed and three passengers were severely injured when the van crashed into the rear of a park 18-wheel truck on Bang Na-Trat Road Thursday. The accident happened at 12:30 pm at the kilometre marker 4 on the inbound Bang Na-Trat. Witnesses told police that the Suvarnabhumi Air Port -Paknam van was speeding and crashed into the rear of the truck. Two male and one female passengers were rushed to the Bang Na Hospital. -- The Nation 2012-09-06 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thai at Heart Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 Another day. Sad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arkom Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 I'm surprised there aren't more accidents like this everyday. Every time I drive this route I try to keep my speed at about 120 km/hr depending on traffic and these passenger vans blow right by me so fast that I can barely see them in my rear view mirror. My guess is that they were going at least 140-150 km/hr minimum. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomTao Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 Driving fast is dangerous, but how do you crash into the back of a parked truck? Must have been a complete lack of due care and attention, as well as speed. Sent from my GT-I9003 using Thaivisa Connect App Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katipo Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 Of course trucks shouldn't be parked there either. For those who don't know, close to Central a lot of trucks park on the side of the centre road running under the expressway. This is not the frontage road, it's the highway. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuckyLew Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 You would think that due to the high amount of these types of accidents that the van drivers would slow down and drive more carefully, but then again I guess not ..... Hope the three injured recover quickly form their injuries At least the driver of the van did not run from the scene 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post DDuval Posted September 6, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted September 6, 2012 You would think that due to the high amount of these types of accidents that the van drivers would slow down and drive more carefully, but then again I guess not ..... Hope the three injured recover quickly form their injuries At least the driver of the van did not run from the scene To adjust your speed to the conditions takes more than 100 Brain Cells to be working...In my experience of driving in Bangkok and Thailand for 4 years that excludes 99.9% of Thai drivers. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post PaulHamon Posted September 6, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted September 6, 2012 sad. all vehicles in Thailand need to be speed limited to 80kms until they actually pass driving test after suitable training. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kartman Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 sad. all vehicles in Thailand need to be speed limited to 80kms until they actually pass driving test after suitable training. Sounds like a recipe for untold rear enders . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Fgis Posted September 6, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted September 6, 2012 I'm surprised there aren't more accidents like this everyday. Every time I drive this route I try to keep my speed at about 120 km/hr depending on traffic and these passenger vans blow right by me so fast that I can barely see them in my rear view mirror. My guess is that they were going at least 140-150 km/hr minimum. Driving at 120 there and thinking that you are smarter than the low so Thai drivers... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
culicine Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 I'm surprised there aren't more accidents like this everyday. Every time I drive this route I try to keep my speed at about 120 km/hr depending on traffic and these passenger vans blow right by me so fast that I can barely see them in my rear view mirror. My guess is that they were going at least 140-150 km/hr minimum. I'd advise anyone taking a van to use an application with their phone (like Dynomaster), to keep track of the van's speed. This can be set up to track the van's speed from the start to the end of the journey. Send the information to the police/van company, anonymously of course:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OzMick Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 I have my own safety system for mini vans - Just Say "NO!". Actually, I use 2 words. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SOTIRIOS Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 ....I guess he got his 'warning'.....wow, that is sheer genius....for sure those derelicts who have received warnings will never repeat their offense... ...passing on the left, especially the shoulder... should be fined 3000 baht for 1st offense and 6000 baht for 2nd offense.....and enforced.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asiawatcher Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 These idiots in vans need to be 1) taught how to drive 2) have their vehicle governed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
writeshack Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 (edited) I'm surprised there aren't more accidents like this everyday. Every time I drive this route I try to keep my speed at about 120 km/hr depending on traffic and these passenger vans blow right by me so fast that I can barely see them in my rear view mirror. My guess is that they were going at least 140-150 km/hr minimum. You drive at 120kph on the Bang Na-Trat road, not the tollway? You're as bad as the van drivers. An accident waiting to happen Edited September 6, 2012 by writeshack 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robblok Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 ....I guess he got his 'warning'.....wow, that is sheer genius....for sure those derelicts who have received warnings will never repeat their offense... ...passing on the left, especially the shoulder... should be fined 3000 baht for 1st offense and 6000 baht for 2nd offense.....and enforced.... I believe passing on the left is ok according to the Thai highway code. Correct me if im wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim walker Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 If Thais would have to Learn to drive and pass a written test and a proper driving test instead of just purchasing your licence and your driving expertise, also if more airbags were fitted in the vehicles on Thai roads, never mind a vehicle inspection every year for general condition lights, brakes, tyres etc. How many lives would be saved Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robblok Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 If Thais would have to Learn to drive and pass a written test and a proper driving test instead of just purchasing your licence and your driving expertise, also if more airbags were fitted in the vehicles on Thai roads, never mind a vehicle inspection every year for general condition lights, brakes, tyres etc. How many lives would be saved Yes many lives would be saved but everything would be more expensive and that is something the Thais dont like. Also many farangs dont like it. I just make sure my car is safe and i drive safe not much else i can do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asiantravel Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 (edited) I'm surprised there aren't more accidents like this everyday. Every time I drive this route I try to keep my speed at about 120 km/hr depending on traffic and these passenger vans blow right by me so fast that I can barely see them in my rear view mirror. My guess is that they were going at least 140-150 km/hr minimum. Driving at 120 there and thinking that you are smarter than the low so Thai drivers... I really dread travelling in these things but sometimes it's a necessity. the speed is one thing but I get so damned annoyed when they put their passengers lives at increased risk by so often tailgating vehicles in front leaving far too short a safe slowing distance and being on their bloody mobile telephones at the same time believing they are so in control with just one hand on the steering wheel Edited September 6, 2012 by Asiantravel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noitom Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 A strong mandate for governors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soupdragon Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 I believe passing on the left is ok according to the Thai highway code. Correct me if im wrong. I read the Thai Highway Code, didn't take long. On the first page, well only page actually, it has 3 words, "Biggest Vehicle Wins." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naboo Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 I drive at up to a sensible 100kmph on any multi-lane highway in Thailand. That's 65mph. I never feel like I'm driving too fast or too slow. If I creep up to 120kmph as someone posted above, its like a 1980s video game dodging the unpredictable cars. Forget that. 100kmph is about the right speed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerrysteve Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 (edited) He obviouly took his eyes off the road. It only takes less than a split second to crash when your not paying attention. The other thing is, these Vans drivers not only exceed the speed limit, but they follow right up to the arse end of the vehicle of the in front of them honking their horns to get the driver in front of them to either go faster or change lanes. Some of them pass the cop cars like they are standing still, and I have never seen a copper pull them over. Even if you were stone cold sober, no one's reaction time would be fast enough to avoid a collision. Normal reaction time for non distracted driver is 1.5 seconds/ For a distracted driver reaction time is about 3 seconds . For a focused driver at a speed of 60 km/hr before the driver can react the vehicle will travel approx 25 meters. For a distracted driver it takes going at the same speed the vehicle will travel approx 33 meters and throw in the road conditions etc...I am sure we can all fill in the blanks.. These drivers are an accident waiting to happen. None of these tranvel less than/ 60 km/hr unless they are in bumper to bumper traffic. The average speed on the hwy is in excess of of 100 km/hr Edited September 6, 2012 by jerrysteve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerrysteve Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 (edited) SOTRIOS: You are right about one thing,..The dead derelicts won't repeat their bad driving again, thats for sure. The unfortunate deaths of the passangers is the saddest thing of all. Edited September 6, 2012 by jerrysteve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arkom Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 (edited) I'm surprised there aren't more accidents like this everyday. Every time I drive this route I try to keep my speed at about 120 km/hr depending on traffic and these passenger vans blow right by me so fast that I can barely see them in my rear view mirror. My guess is that they were going at least 140-150 km/hr minimum. Driving at 120 there and thinking that you are smarter than the low so Thai drivers... If you bothered to read what I wrote before saying some sarcastic, I said depending on traffic conditions. Obviously I won't be going 120 if that means putting other people in danger. Edited September 6, 2012 by arkom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sayonarax Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 I think these morons should be put in a database along with them taxi drivers. He obviouly took his eyes off the road. It only takes less than a split second to crash when your not paying attention. The other thing is, these Vans drivers not only exceed the speed limit, but they follow right up to the arse end of the vehicle of the in front of them honking their horns to get the driver in front of them to either go faster or change lanes. Some of them pass the cop cars like they are standing still, and I have never seen a copper pull them over. Even if you were stone cold sober, no one's reaction time would be fast enough to avoid a collision. Normal reaction time for non distracted driver is 1.5 seconds/ For a distracted driver reaction time is about 3 seconds . For a focused driver at a speed of 60 km/hr before the driver can react the vehicle will travel approx 25 meters. For a distracted driver it takes going at the same speed the vehicle will travel approx 33 meters and throw in the road conditions etc...I am sure we can all fill in the blanks.. These drivers are an accident waiting to happen. None of these tranvel less than/ 60 km/hr unless they are in bumper to bumper traffic. The average speed on the hwy is in excess of of 100 km/hr 1.5 secs? 1500ms? its more like 200-300ms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pacovl46 Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 Of course trucks shouldn't be parked there either. For those who don't know, close to Central a lot of trucks park on the side of the centre road running under the expressway. This is not the frontage road, it's the highway. They're parked there because they're not allowed in the city before 9p.m.! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supersombat Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 Not trying to be an ass or anything but luckily only the driver died from his <deleted> driving skills. He deserves it for driving recklessly. How does a ten wheeler just pop out of nowhere? How could he not notice it? Earlier van accidents usually claimed the lives if several passengers. Hopefully the injured will recover quickly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtm2k Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 Driving fast is dangerous, but how do you crash into the back of a parked truck? Must have been a complete lack of due care and attention, as well as speed. Sent from my GT-I9003 using Thaivisa Connect App the typical swerve-swing-overtaking on the road shoulders by van / pickup drivers ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbeam1 Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 Of course trucks shouldn't be parked there either. For those who don't know, close to Central a lot of trucks park on the side of the centre road running under the expressway. This is not the frontage road, it's the highway. They're parked there because they're not allowed in the city before 9p.m.! You do sometimes also get up to 20 or 30 coaches parked both sides of the Trat Road, near Central, not the Frontage Road later in the day. I'm not sure if this is when Bitec has something going on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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