Lorry Gets Stuck on Hairpin Bend

This happened near my home.

[@dannykeating8246]

Fair play to the house owners for being so patient and understanding as a driver myself when your in that kind of trouble it can be very stressful , but if you are surrounded by kind people it sure helps alot .

[@michaelchartres]

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. It pays to watch out for the road signs and avoid the problem plus the stress. Cheers Michael

[@funkyjunkyjai]

Ah, no. Stress. I drive an artic. Hate when I have to go down lanes. I know what the sign means though. Wouldn't be going up that lane. Nice that you're not getting angry at the driver. Great video 👍

[@michaelchartres]

Thanks for watching Jamie and may you enjoy many happy driving years. Regards Michael

[@trainsontuesday]

Well you have told me about lorries on that hill and now I've seen it through your video. I am amazed the recovery chaps were able to get him out of there. I know that I wouldn't want to take my pick-up truck on that road. Regards, David.

[@michaelchartres]

In one way I am pleased I was able to back up my story but I did actually feel sorry for the driver. You may have heard that there is a shortage of HGV drivers in the UK and I think some of the blame must go to the employer who evidently hadn't made sure his drivers were 'up to speed' with the signs. Having said that the particular sign has been around for a few years now. Regards Michael

[@manwithapan9481]

I think the poor chap was rather committed by the time he got to your house lol

[@michaelchartres]

You are quite right. It was either that or a 2 mile reverse along those lanes. Not on. He should have taken note of the sign. Thanks for watching. Michael

[@Andystrainsandmore]

Another chapter in the book of try and error. 😉 Regards Andy 🤠

[@michaelchartres]

I like that Andy. TRY & error. Great. Cheers Michael

[@jeremypharris-ward8356]

I think some Lorry drivers think they can go anywhere, that probably cost his company hundreds of pounds. If he doesn't know what some road signs mean then he should retake his HGV test! Entertaining video as always.

[@michaelchartres]

Thank you Jeremy. I was amazed when he said he didn't know what the sign meant. I also have to wonder if the shortage of HGV drivers has something to do with it. Company desperate for drivers, takes on someone without checking him properly and that is the result. Regards Michael

[@jeremypharris-ward8356]

@@michaelchartres HI Michael Yes that could be right, this thing does happen a lot though and some drivers blame it on SatNav's taking the wrong way! Kindest regards and Happy Birthday to you when it comes.

[@jimhoyle2161]

Another great entertaining vlog Michael👍

[@michaelchartres]

Glad you enjoyed it Jim and thanks for the comment. Regards Michael

[@susanwoods174]

Where there's a will there's a way!! Good vid.

[@michaelchartres]

A saying I have often used Susan and SO right. Thanks for watching.

[@georgewyatt6712]

Hi Michael. Great video why do people not listern when you tell them they won't get round, still it made great viewing for us the recovery men did a great job of getting him round. Regards George.

[@michaelchartres]

Thanks for watching George. Actually it was an impossible situation for the driver. He would never have been able to reverse the two miles so was committed to going on down. Shame and I did feel for him. Regards Michael

[@michaelemery5219]

The lorries today are too big it should have been a AEC

[@michaelchartres]

Or how about a Seddon?

[@ianinnes8063]

Or an erf .

[@ianinnes8063]

The thing is by the time he got into the tigbt lane there was no where to turn every one makes mistakes . Ive made a gd few myself . One of the worse things is these sat navs never trust these thing jn the country as they can and do lead lgv drivers into all kinds of bother . Why didnt the driver not understand the sign at the top of the lane . ...

[@michaelchartres]

Thanks for watching and your comment. I cannot understand why he didn't understand the sign which is in clear sight and in a place where you can easily turn. I felt sorry for him in spite of his foolishness. Cheers Michael

[@MostlyLoveOfMusic]

fascinating - what a waste of time and effort for the driver and the recovery vehicle - oh well!

[@michaelchartres]

Thanks for your comment. Although the driver was a bit stupid not to know what the sign meant I felt sorry for him. He was a nice chap but I expect he was in trouble with his boss. The recovery company must have made a pretty penny for the work. Cheers Michael

[@stevehoare6378]

Hi Michael.. Well you did tell him! What does the Bible say.. There are none so blind as those who will not see... Great fun..🍷🍷

[@michaelchartres]

I must admit I had not heard that one before. It was either what he did or a 2 mile reverse with that trailer back along those lanes!!!! I don't think so. Regards Michael

[@stevehoare6378]

I took the video to be light hearted... Clearly you didn't..

[@stevehoare6378]

Oh, and I won't bother commenting in future..

[@michaelchartres]

Hello Steve. I think you misread the name on that last comment. It was not me it was Mandy. I hope you will still watch and comment when you feel you can. Regards Michael

[@thebigchip]

What does the satellite symbol mean on that sign?

[@michaelchartres]

I'm not sure if that question is tongue-in-cheek or serious 🤔

[@thebigchip]

@@michaelchartres I’m going to watch again before I embarrass myself

[@michaelchartres]

That made me smile 😁

[@Simon-rx7sv]

It is to tell lorry drivers with sat nav that if the sat nav sends them that way it wrong and lorry's wont get through .