On May 11, 2024, a news about the accidental death of the owner of the Chengdu Great Wall Cannon car using a rooftop tent attracted widespread attention. It is reported that at the time of the incident, the owner of the car was using the rooftop tent of Shanhaiju, but unfortunately he was stuck in the tent and eventually died. The tragedy has raised questions and concerns among netizens about the safety of vehicles and tents.
After the incident, the seller of Great Wall Motors and the manufacturer of the rooftop tent, Qiunodi Outdoor Equipment Company, contacted the family of the deceased as soon as possible, saying that they would fully cooperate with the investigation of the relevant departments. Great Wall Motor's official Weibo account @Great Wall Cannon issued a statement, saying that it is closely monitoring the progress of the investigation of the incident and will fully assist the Akinoji brand to provide necessary support for the family.
Akinodi's official Weibo @秋野地 also issued a statement that as the developers of the Shanhaiju camping tent, they rushed to the scene on the day of the incident to cooperate with the investigation. It is initially understood that the accident occurred during the ascent of the electric tent, and the user accidentally entered the tent. Akinochi said he would continue to cooperate with the investigation and provide support to the families of the victims.
This tragic incident once again sounded the alarm bell for the use of car safety accessories. As a favorite piece of equipment for outdoor camping enthusiasts in recent years, rooftop tents are highly regarded for their convenience and comfort. However, how to find a balance between safety and convenience still requires the joint efforts of enterprises and consumers.
For automakers, product safety should be a top priority in the pursuit of innovation and meeting consumer needs. Strict quality control and safety testing are essential. At the same time, enterprises should also strengthen safety education for consumers, provide detailed instructions and precautions for use, and effectively protect the safety of consumers' lives and property.
For consumers, before enjoying the convenience and fun brought by the rooftop tent, be sure to read the instructions carefully and use the product in strict accordance with the operating procedures. In the process of use, safety awareness should be improved, and cautious operation should be carried out to avoid accidents.
At present, the specific cause of this accident is still to be further investigated. Regardless of the findings, this is a painful lesson. We sincerely hope that through the joint efforts of all parties, similar tragedies will not happen again, and the safety of automotive outdoor equipment can be further improved, providing consumers with a safer and more reliable travel and camping experience.
Source: Cover News