Authorities remind the public constantly that floodwaters and cars don't mix, but drivers continue to take the risk. Here's what experts say about why people do it.
Because the only vehicles on the market suitable for Australian conditions are off-road vehicles.
Just like how some people with sports models of road cars feel an obligation to defend their brand by taking off fast at traffic lights, some people with off-road vehicles feel an obligation to defend their brand by driving through floodwaters.
It is a way to overcome your buyers remorse and feel better about the 10’s of thousands of dollars that you owe the finance company.
Because the only vehicles on the market suitable for Australian conditions are off-road vehicles.
Just like how some people with sports models of road cars feel an obligation to defend their brand by taking off fast at traffic lights, some people with off-road vehicles feel an obligation to defend their brand by driving through floodwaters.
It is a way to overcome your buyers remorse and feel better about the 10’s of thousands of dollars that you owe the finance company.