Many supercar owners are aware of the risk of mechanical issues or fire-related incidents, yet few carry a fire extinguisher in their vehicle.Unfortunately for YouTuber Stradman, he learned it the hard way after his Lamborghini Gallardo went up in flames and he was left helpless in the middle of the street without enough water or a fire extinguisher.Stradman was emotionally connected to the Gallardo since that was his first supercar, and he called it the OG. AdvertisementAdvertisementFortunately for him, some motorists came to his rescue just in time and prevented the car from turning into ash before emergency services arrived.Lamborghini Gallardo Smelled Like Fuel InsideThe OG was a special car because it had been featured on his channel for several years. Stradman owned the supercar for more than a decade and actually drove it around often, unlike most supercar owners who prefer keeping them parked in the garage.According to Stradman, who posted the video of the incident on YouTube on June 14, he was driving the Gallardo home when he suddenly realized there was a strong smell of fuel in the cabin.He was just around five minutes from his house when the OG began emitting smoke and then caught fire in no time on the left-hand side panel just behind the passenger door.AdvertisementAdvertisementSuspecting a fuel leak, Stradman said:"I don't know. The car just died on me, and it just started smoking. I mean, it's got to be some kind of fuel leak."Sadly, the fire intensified in two minutes, spreading to the rear tires. Stradman had already given up hope as he made the video, revealing that the OG had died. "I'm literally shaking so bad right now. The OG is dead," he said.Motorists Come to Stradman's RescueJust as Stradman was feeling helpless, good Samaritans driving in the opposite lane stopped and got their fire extinguishers out to help douse the fire.Stradman was surprised as not one, but three people were seen using their extinguishers to douse the fire. The YouTuber was moved by the unconditional gesture of those strangers who stopped to help.AdvertisementAdvertisementTheir efforts proved successful, as the fire was doused in just a few minutes. If it were not for their quick thinking and willingness to help, the fire would have consumed the entire car in the next few minutes.The emergency services then arrived, and firefighters ensured that the Gallardo was safe to be taken away. Stradman's partner brought their trailer and towed the OG back home, leaving Stradman wondering if the supercar could be brought back to life.OG Fire Incident Teaches an Important LessonThe following day, Stradman looked back at the incident and the damage done to the OG, expressing his grief about what the fire had done to his Gallardo, which he had cherished for many years. He said:"I'm trying not to cry right now. This OG, it's gone."AdvertisementAdvertisementThe OG was a major contributor to his channel, especially in its early days. Stradman said:"I've had this car for 11 years, and I have fought so hard trying to keep this car."However, all is not lost yet. Stradman said he will discuss with his insurance company before deciding whether to repair or rebuild the Gallardo.Considering that the fire had not spread to the rest of the car, the damage may not be that significant, although no one knows how much of the engine or chassis has been damaged by the fire. Taking a lesson from the incident, Stradman urged vehicle owners, especially performance vehicle owners, to always keep a fire extinguisher in the car. If he had had one in his Gallardo, maybe he could have reduced the damage caused by the fire.
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