Porsche Sends Experts to Examine Paul Walker's Carrera GT
According to a recent report, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department has called upon Porsche engineers to examine what’s left of Paul Walker’s Carrera GT to determine the cause of his fatal accident.
TMZ reports that several law enforcement sources say the investigation into Walker’s fatal crash is ongoing and that no conclusions regarding the cause have been reached.
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Some media outlets are reporting that excess speed was the only factor in causing the crash, but it remains to be seen how true that is. The LA County Sheriff’s Department still hasn’t ruled out the possibility that mechanical failure played a role and the German automaker’s engineers will have to examine what’s left of the exotic’s engine, brakes and tires to try to come to a conclusion.
[Source: TMZ]
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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I'm guessing they r going to conclude speed, I'm sure Porsche representatives won't want Paul walkers death on their hands due to mechanical failure.