Car Driver Lashes Out At Motorist For 'Minor Scratch' In Bengaluru, Dashcam Shows Road Rage — On Cam

The viral video shows the upset driver getting out of his car, shouting at the rider, and appearing to move as if to throw a punch—though he stops just before doing so.

A road rage incident between a car driver and a scooter rider in Bengaluru was captured on dashcam.

Source : X

A dashcam video capturing a heated altercation between a car driver and a scooter rider, causing a brief traffic jam, has gone viral on social media. The incident began when the scooter rider tried to cross through the narrow gap between the car and the road divider, accidentally scratching the vehicle.

The viral video shows the upset driver getting out of his car, shouting at the rider, and appearing to move as if to throw a punch—though he stops just before doing so. Eventually, the driver returns to his car.

The video shared by X user, Karnataka Portfolio, captioned, "Another instance of road rage has surfaced in Bengaluru, reminding us of the challenges on our city streets. In this case, a scooty rider, clearly at fault with little spatial awareness, triggered the incident. The rider appeared oblivious to the surroundings, navigating through traffic in a careless manner."

Another instance of road rage has surfaced in Bengaluru, reminding us of the challenges on our city streets. In this case, a scooty rider, clearly at fault with little spatial awareness, triggered the incident. The rider appeared oblivious to the surroundings, navigating through… pic.twitter.com/4AjFaUW4eK

— Karnataka Portfolio (@karnatakaportf) November 11, 2024

"However, the behavior of the i20 driver raises questions too. If a minor scratch on your car can cause this level of frustration, it might be wiser to stay away from the roads or find alternative ways to handle such situations. Road rage only escalates tensions and creates unnecessary risks for everyone involved. Let's remember that patience and calmness can go a long way in ensuring safe and smooth traffic flow in our bustling city, "also read.

Reacting to the viral video, Bengaluru city police asked, "Please provide the exact location of the incident happened."

Netizens React To Viral Video

Following the video went viral, social media users came up with mixed reactions. One of the users said, "Why is a minor scratch acceptable? Shall I do it on your car now? Road rage is wrong, but only when unprovoked and there is no fault of the other party. If not, then they are liable to pay up in some way."

The next said, "Minor scratches are not minor when car owner goes to garrage...Imagine same minor scratches car owner makes on Bikers then see how biker reacts aggressively."

"I own 3 two wheelers & 2 cars. I drive my two wheeler also for short city rides & I honestly say that Two wheeler drivers are the most notorious & disregard their life while cutting corners, wrong side driving etc. And no minor scratches are not acceptable!" Another also said.

The next also said, "I know its minor but definitely hurts the owner especially if it ls quiet new. If bcos of accident, can accept but this is stupid and carelessness of 2w. Many does this. So much aggression was not required but 2w riders must understand that they cant take everything for granted."

Lashing out at car owner, a netizen said, "Car owners also behave as if they are driving golden body diamond studded vehicle. Road rage can escalate to physical harm & life... Just move on or say sorry if your fault and take care of your body & family ... Slight damages happen in traffic tension conditions."