A drink-driver got caught red-handed after their car automatically dialled 999 following a two-vehicle crash on the M27 near Fareham. The Ford Fiesta’s smart tech didn’t miss a beat and alerted police straight away after the smash near junction 10 on Thursday night.

Cars Call Cops on Drunk Drivers

Modern motors are cleverer than you think. Some can phone the police themselves when there’s a crash. It’s a brilliant safety feature – especially when drivers are under the influence.

Drink Driver Nabbed Thanks to Tech

Police said: “It’s a great safety feature, unless you’re a drink driver. Yep, you heard that right – the car actually called us to report the crash, and that’s when we found out the driver was drunk.” The driver was arrested on the spot.

Passengers Walk Away Unscathed

Those in the second vehicle escaped without serious injuries. Police are still cleaning up after the chaos on the motorway.

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