My First Car Accident as an Amazon Driver

TLDRI experienced my first car accident while delivering for Amazon. It was a crazy and unexpected situation. Here's what happened and how I handled it.

Key insights

🚗Accidents can happen to anyone, even the best drivers.

📞Make sure to report accidents to your company and follow proper procedures.

🚦Be aware of your surroundings and practice safe driving, especially on narrow streets.

👵The driver who hit me was a 96-year-old woman, showing that anyone can cause an accident.

Accidents happen in an instant, and it's important to stay calm and assess the situation.

Q&A

What should I do if I get into a car accident while delivering?

Call the emergency hotline and report the accident to your company.

Who was at fault in the accident?

The driver who hit me was found to be at fault.

Did you suffer any injuries?

Thankfully, I only had minor bruises and no serious injuries.

How did the police handle the situation?

The police arrived quickly and took statements from everyone involved.

Did the accident affect your work?

I had to take some time off to deal with the paperwork, but my employer supported me.

Timestamped Summary

00:01Introducing the video and explaining the context as an Amazon driver.

00:13Describing the route and the challenges of delivering on narrow streets.

01:42The car accident occurs, causing shock and confusion.

02:30Contacting the police and starting the process of filing a police report.

03:31Interacting with the driver who hit me, who turns out to be a 96-year-old woman.

04:26Reflecting on the accident and the realization that accidents can happen to anyone.

06:23Concluding the video with a message about the importance of safe driving.

08:18Showing the damage to my vehicle and providing a visual recap of the accident.