smash-up

a serious car accident involving significant damage to the vehicles

A smash-up is a term used to describe a car accident where vehicles collide with great force, often resulting in significant damage. This type of crash usually happens when one or more drivers are speeding, not paying attention, or driving recklessly. A smash-up can involve multiple cars, but it can also refer to a single vehicle hitting another object, such as a wall or tree. The impact in a smash-up is usually strong enough to cause dents, broken parts, or a total loss of the vehicle, making it a serious and often costly incident.