Burning Clutch Plates Lead to Multiple Breakdowns on Mumbai-Pune Expressway”: Find tips to avoid Breakdown
Viral Video : Traffic Nightmare: Burning Clutch Plates Lead to Multiple Breakdowns on Mumbai-Pune Expressway"
Strategic observations were made by Technology Entrepreneur, Amit Paranjape as he gave tips to ensure smooth travels on highways owing to the Mumbai-Pune Expressway incident.
Heavy rush of vehicles that broke down in the traffic mostly due to burning clutch plates, videos of the cars standing at the roadside with their bonnets open had gone viral.
Amit Paranjape, in a post on X explained probable reasons behind the breakdowns as constant engine revving in stop-and-go traffic, insufficient maintenance, and lack of basic checks.
Some tips were given to avoid such incidents including better driving skills, like:
- 1. Proper clutch usage is essential.
- 2. Small cars should minimise AC load while ascending steep ghats – advisable to switch it off.
- 3. Regular car maintenance is crucial; city-driving reliability may not translate on highways.
- 4. Avoid overloading.
- 5. Perform basic checks like tire air-pressure, tire condition, coolant levels before a highway drive.
He also advised, “Keep an eye on diagnostic alerts – cars often provide warnings before breaking down, such as engine coolant temperature.”
As the holiday and festive season draws near, the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, a vital link connecting two major cities and acting as a gateway to favoured vacation destinations such as Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani, is witnessing a surge in congestion. Commuters are voicing discontent over prolonged travel durations and frequent traffic snarls, prompting inquiries into the expressway’s effectiveness during peak hours.
Paranjape’s observations serve as valuable advice for highway travellers to prevent breakdowns.
