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Ferrari gets stuck in beach sand, pulled out by Bullock cart; Watch viral video

January 1, 2025

A Ferrari driven on Revdanda beach in Raigad became immobilized in the sand on December 28, leading to an unusual rescue involving a bullock cart. The incident was captured on video, which has since gone viral on social media.

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Bullock cart rescues Ferrari
The video shows the luxury car being tied to a bullock cart with a rope. The bullocks then pulled the stranded Ferrari out of the sand with ease. The scene highlighted the contrast between modern technology and traditional methods.

Police file rash driving case
Revdanda Coastal police have registered a case of rash driving against the Ferrari owner, Abhishek Jugal Kishore Tapadia, a resident of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. The beach area, known for its soft sand, is not suitable for driving vehicles, especially high-performance sports cars.

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Social media reacts
The unusual event sparked amusement online. One user commented, “When horsepower fails, bull power prevails.” Another added humor by likening the bullock cart to another luxury vehicle, saying, “So symbolically it was a ‘Lamborghini bailing out a Ferrari.’”

The incident serves as a reminder of the challenges of driving in unsuitable conditions and the effectiveness of traditional solutions in unexpected scenarios.