From high-speed pursuits to parking lot fender-benders, “Road Wars” returns with “Two Tons of Trouble,” an episode jam-packed with the kind of vehicular mayhem that makes you question the sanity of your fellow drivers.
The action kicks off in Texas, where a shoplifting suspect takes “getaway car” to a whole new level by commandeering a police vehicle and leading officers on a thrilling chase. Meanwhile, in California, a parking lot dispute escalates when a driver takes exception to being filmed, demonstrating that some people are less concerned with right-of-way and more concerned with their fifteen minutes of internet infamy.
But “Two Tons of Trouble” isn’t all high-octane chases and parking lot drama. The episode also features a heartwarming moment in Georgia, where police and civilians join forces to rescue a trapped driver from beneath a car, proving that even amidst the chaos of the road, acts of kindness can still prevail. Finally, the episode travels to Argentina, where a heated argument between cab drivers culminates in a collision with a motorcyclist, proving that some things are universal, including the unfortunate tendency for tempers to flare behind the wheel.
As road rage continues to plague roadways worldwide, “Road Wars” offers a glimpse into the best and worst of human behavior behind the wheel. The show reminds us that while driving can be a frustrating experience, it’s rarely worth resorting to vehicular vigilantism.
Road Wars airs Tuesdays at 10/9c on A&E.
