A dramatic incident unfolded on May 16, 2025, when a Singapore-registered Ferrari crashed into a guard rail and subsequently caught fire on a highway in Pahang, Malaysia. The driver, a 34-year-old Singaporean man, was traveling with his girlfriend, a 33-year-old from Hong Kong, en route to the popular resort town of Cherating when the accident occurred around 10:40 AM.
Details of the Incident
- The vehicle involved was a Ferrari 458 Spider, a sleek two-seater convertible known for its high performance.
- According to reports from Malaysian media, the car lost control suddenly, leading to a collision with the guard rail, which ignited the vehicle in flames.
- Fortunately, both the driver and his passenger managed to escape without any injuries, as confirmed by the Rompin district police chief, Superintendent Sharif Shai Sharif Mondoi.
Aftermath and Investigation
Photos from the scene depict the Ferrari reduced to a charred wreck, highlighting the severity of the fire. Preliminary investigations revealed that the car was part of a convoy of 13 Ferraris traveling to Cherating at the time of the accident.
No other vehicles were involved in the crash, and the driver has since been fined for failing to maintain control of his car. The police are currently investigating the incident under the Road Traffic Act to determine the exact circumstances that led to the crash.
This incident serves as a reminder of the potential dangers associated with high-speed driving and the importance of vehicle control, especially when navigating busy highways. As investigations continue, authorities will likely focus on ensuring that such accidents are minimized in the future.