According to The Auto Wire, a McLaren 720S managed to evade Georgia police—at least temporarily—during a high-speed chase that highlighted the challenges law enforcement faces when dealing with supercars capable of breathtaking performance. The incident, captured on dashcam, shows just how difficult it is for an average police cruiser to keep up with a car like the 720S, which boasts a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 engine churning out a staggering 710 horsepower.
The British supercar, known for its ability to sprint from 0 to 60 mph in a mere 2.8 seconds, was clocked by the pursuing officer at a blistering 155 mph. However, given the McLaren’s top speed and capabilities, it’s likely the driver was pushing it even faster at some points during the chase. The officer’s attempts to close the gap were futile, as the McLaren quickly outpaced the cruiser, demonstrating the significant speed advantage of high-performance vehicles in such situations.
Despite the overwhelming odds, the chase took an unexpected turn when the suspect suddenly pulled over. As the officer approached the vehicle, he noticed smoke billowing from the brakes—an indication that they had been severely overheated. Upon further inspection, the officer also detected the smell of alcohol on the driver’s breath and observed glassy eyes, suggesting that the driver was intoxicated.
It’s likely that the driver, impaired by alcohol, was pressing both the brake and accelerator pedals simultaneously, a common mistake among drunk drivers. This would have caused the brake discs to overheat rapidly, producing the smoke that ultimately spooked the driver into stopping.
While the driver may have initially believed he could outmaneuver the police, his impaired judgment led to a premature end to the chase. What could have been a successful getaway was thwarted by the very thing that caused him to flee in the first place: alcohol.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of drunk driving, even in a high-performance vehicle. It also underscores the importance of making responsible choices behind the wheel. In this case, the combination of speed, alcohol, and poor decision-making led to a fortunate outcome where no one was harmed—a rare occurrence in such high-speed pursuits.
h/t: The Auto Wire
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