"Did Not Break Until the End"... Chevrolet Pickup Truck Protects Driver Despite 5m Reservoir Fall

On the 7th, Korea GM announced that Ms. Park Kyung-ran, who lives in Gyeongsan, Gyeongbuk, has been appointed as the honorary ambassador for the Chevrolet pickup truck Colorado.

Ms. Park purchased two Colorados last month for outdoor activities such as jet skiing. On October 23rd, she was involved in an accident where the vehicle plunged into a reservoir. The vehicle completely sank underwater at a depth of over 5 meters. Despite this, due to the vehicle's excellent structural rigidity and outstanding water-tight performance, an air pocket was formed inside the vehicle, allowing her to survive for about an hour after submersion. It was reported that Ms. Park suffered mild hypothermia but no other injuries.

Customer Park Kyung-ran (center in the first row) and Hector Vizcarra, President of Korea GM (left in the second row), along with company executives, are taking a commemorative photo after the Colorado Honorary Ambassador appointment ceremony at The House of GM on the 6th.
[Photo by Korea GM]

The appointment ceremony was held at The House of GM. Executives including Hector Vizarral, President of Korea GM, attended to congratulate her. Ms. Park received a fuel voucher worth several million won and a Chevrolet Plus Care Service gift, which extends the warranty period by 2 years or 40,000 km.

Ms. Park said, "At the time of the accident, the front windshield was completely cracked, but it did not break until the end, and water did not enter through the car doors, so I think I was able to endure." She added, "This accident gave me trust in the safety of the Colorado, and I purchased another Colorado the very next day."

President Vizarral said, "We are truly relieved that Ms. Park Kyung-ran was miraculously rescued safely despite the unexpected accident, and we express our gratitude to the rescue team of the Gyeongsan Fire Station in Gyeongbuk for their efforts." He added, "The core of GM's vision and purpose is always safety, quality, and meticulous craftsmanship."

The mid-size pickup truck Colorado has sold 14,468 units domestically since its launch in 2019 until last month. It is the best-selling imported pickup truck in Korea. As more people enjoy outdoor activities such as camping and car camping, it is considered a model with steady demand. In July, 23 units were provided nationwide through the National Disaster Relief Association to assist recovery efforts in areas affected by heavy rain.

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