The firing on the car of Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff in Juhu area of Mumbai at around 7 pm on Sunday evening shocked the entire film world. Three bike-borne assailants fired several rounds at Tiger’s BMW 3-Series Gran Limousine, which was returning after playing football from Pushpa Narsee Park (Jamnabai Nursery). The actor remained safe, while his driver Firdaus was shot in his left hand. The car played an important role in this incident.
Tiger changed the seat and sat in place of the driver and took the injured driver to Nanavati Hospital. In some reports it has also been said that the gun has jammed. The strong structure of the car also helped a lot in saving the lives of Tiger and his driver. Such incidents show that vehicles not only help in taking you from one place to another, but also help in keeping you safe. Let us know how much role the car played in this incident and what we should learn from this incident. With which legal modifications can we add safety features to our vehicle?
How did the incident happen and how did the car help
According to media reports, Tiger was sitting in the car when the attackers hidden in the crowd came forward and opened fire. Some bullets hit the glass. Tiger immediately reacted by bending down or changing his seat. The strong structure of the car and his common sense kept him safe. After the driver got injured, he himself drove the car to the hospital, which shows his courage. Now let us know which modifications can be done in the vehicle to make it more safe?
Bullet-resistant glass and armored body
Bulletproof or bullet-resistant cars are legal in India, but under the Motor Vehicle Act and CMVR rules. Installation of multi-level bullet-resistant glass along with ballistic steel or Kevlar panels in doors, roof, floor and pillars requires RTO approval and certificate from authorized agency and in some cases police/home ministry approval. B4 or B6 level security is considered adequate for ordinary citizens. You can make these changes in the vehicle with permission.
Run-flat tires and firm suspension
Run-flat tires are legal and useful. Even if there is a puncture or bullet, the vehicle can move for some distance, making it possible to escape immediately. Plus, the heavy-duty suspension and brake system maintain control despite the increased weight. These are easily available in the aftermarket and are also legal.
Dashcam, GPS Tracker and Legal Accessories
Dashcam is completely legal. It records the incident, provides evidence and helps in insurance claims. It is legal to install a GPS tracker on your vehicle. Real-time location, emergency alert and anti-theft features also increase safety in the car. Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), reverse camera and emergency kit are also cheap and necessary options. However, for safety reasons, avoid installing illegal accessories like bull bars.
Caution and Regular Maintenance
Register any modification with the RTO and update the insurance. Regular checkups and driver training are essential. VIP level safety is not possible for everyone, but with the help of basic features, we can also keep the vehicle quite safe. This incident with Tiger Shroff has proved that both a safe car and common sense matter.
