I am starting to wonder about these “runaway” incidents. I think that a lot of this is lawsuit hunting.
I mean, comeon! Anyone with a half a braincell should be able to think — engine out of control, disengage engine.
I'm inclinded to agree with you. This one seems odd. The guy's car accelerates uncontrollably but there is still enough time for the CHP to get to him.
Did they happen to be very near him when he made the call?
He could think to dial his cell phone but could not think to move the gearshift to neutral?
Now going to read the full article to see what I missed.
He was late for work and speeding. When he saw the cop he knew he was going to get a ticket. Thinking as fast as his lead foot had his car traveling he said to himself, call 911 and tell them my Toyota is out of control. To make it look real, mash the gas pedal and ride the brakes to heat them up.
Maybe...?