Dashcam Captures Tesla and BMW Collision on I-75 South Toward Atlanta: “This Was Definitely Avoidable”
ATLANTA, Ga. — A dashcam video shared online is gaining attention after capturing a tense moment on Interstate 75 South toward Atlanta, where a white Tesla Model Y and a black BMW SUV collided during rush hour traffic Friday morning.
The clip, filmed around 8:30 a.m., shows both vehicles speeding side by side before colliding in the middle lane — an incident the witness described as “completely avoidable.”
Caught on Camera: ‘Friday Morning Foolishness’
The video, originally posted with the caption “If somebody cuts you off just let it be! This was definitely avoidable,” shows the Tesla attempting to pass as the BMW drifts into the same lane. The two cars make contact, causing the Tesla to swerve sharply.
The dashcam footage was recorded by another driver who narrowly avoided the crash.
“Luckily y’all didn’t hit me too,” the driver wrote. “If you were driving a white Tesla Model Y heading south on I-75 toward Atlanta around 8:30 this morning, I have footage of your wreck with the BMW from my POV.”
The short clip, lasting only 13 seconds, quickly went viral on platforms like Reddit and X (formerly Twitter), where viewers debated who was at fault.
Morning Commute Chaos on I-75
Traffic along I-75 South is known for congestion during peak hours, and the stretch between Marietta and downtown Atlanta has been the site of numerous accidents in recent months.
Commuters described the scene as chaotic, with several cars swerving to avoid debris immediately after the collision. No major injuries were reported at the time of posting, though local authorities have not yet confirmed whether either driver was cited.
Friday morning foolishness. If somebody cuts you off just let it be! This was definitely avoidable..
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Driver Reactions: “Just Let It Go”
Many online commenters echoed the video’s message — that aggressive driving and retaliation on highways can have serious consequences.
“You’re not saving any time by cutting people off or blocking lanes. Just back off,” one user wrote.
Another added, “This is why I keep my dashcam rolling. People drive like it’s a video game out there.”
Experts say road rage–related incidents are increasing nationwide. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nearly 80% of U.S. drivers admitted to engaging in aggressive driving behavior at least once in the past year.
Officials Urge Drivers to Stay Calm
Law enforcement officials urge Georgia drivers to stay alert and avoid escalating tense situations on the road.
“If another driver cuts you off, the safest thing to do is slow down and maintain distance,” said a spokesperson for the Georgia State Patrol. “Chasing or blocking someone only increases the chance of a crash.”
Drivers are also reminded that dashcam footage can serve as valuable evidence in determining fault and protecting against false claims after an accident.
A Reminder for Safe Driving
The video serves as a stark reminder of how quickly morning commutes can turn dangerous when tempers flare.
“Everyone’s in a rush,” the witness wrote in a follow-up comment. “But this whole thing could’ve been avoided if someone had just taken a deep breath and backed off.”
No additional information has been released regarding the condition of the vehicles or any potential citations.
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