Real world crash test for G8
Pontiac's first road-registered G8 to be totalled has taken its driver on a wild ridePontiac has just lost its first G8 in action.
According to a report in the Aspen Daily News, a G8 driven by an Australian engineer took a tumble over a 45 degree embankment before hitting a boulder and flipping.
The G8 -- basically the Holden Commodore in LHD form and with Pontiac styling cues (more here) -- will go on sale early in the new year.
This particular car was being driven in convoy along Colorado's Highway 82 as part of an engineering evaluation when the driver fell asleep at the wheel.
Rolf Glenk, a 41-year old engineer employed by GM, walked away from the accident with minor injuries, which were treated at the Aspen Valley Hospital.
The Colorado State Police has issued a citation for careless driving following Glenk's admission that he fell asleep at the wheel.
Pontiac has marketed cars using the slogan "We build excitement" and it's hard to think of a more exciting experience than riding a G8 down a 45 degree slope at open road speeds, headed for a boulder. Still, not something recommended...
Picture courtesy of the Aspen Daily News.
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