Both Drivers Somehow Walked Away From This Explosive Nürburgring Crash
Surveillance footage and video from inside the Porsche published to
YouTube
shows the
911
attempting to overtake the BMW on the left side of Kottenborn before the cars make contact, causing both drivers to lose control and careen into the barrier at a high rate of speed. The 911 launches into the air, while a fireball erupts at the same time.
The entire front portion of the GT3 RS is ripped off in the crash, with suspension and body parts scattered along the circuit. The
M2
didn't fare much better, with its front section smashed in and several body panels missing. Somehow, both drivers walked away from the incident without serious injury, according to
Road & Track
. An aftermath video published to
TikTok
(below) shows the damage in more detail, as well as the extensive damage done to the crash barriers.
Who's At Fault?
Going by the above video, it's tough to tell who's at fault here. Some may argue that the BMW driver didn't give the Porsche enough space to pass, or simply didn't know they were attempting to overtake. Others might say the GT3 driver should've exercised more caution, given the M2 driver's lack of courtesy and the danger associated with that area of the track.
We suspect the internet will have its fair share of opinions either way.
Regardless, a crash like this doesn't help enthusiasts. The beauty of the Nürburgring is the ability to show up with any road-legal car and start lapping, no training required. Incidents like this will have management rethinking that policy unless drivers show more caution and respect for the track.
Keep it on the pavement, folks.
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