With 250,000 Instagram followers and nearly 60,000 YouTube subscribers, Andre Beadle was more than just a social media influencer — he was a beloved figure in the drag-racing community.

Tragically, his life was cut short morning when he lost control of his customized BMW on

New York City expressway, crashing into a light post.

Andre Beadle’s fatal crash

With a devoted following on social media, Andre Beadle, 25, had a unique ability to draw viewers into the high-octane world of racing. Sadly, the popular YouTuber and car influencer, known for captivating audiences with his thrilling drag-racing videos, tragically lost control of his customized BMW on November 6.

The crash occurred on the Nassau Expressway near JFK Airport while Andre was street racing at high speed. In a split second, he swerved from the left lane to the right, drifting onto the shoulder before colliding with a metal light post.

According to The New York Post, the influencer was ejected from the vehicle and could not be saved. After being rushed to Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, Beadle was pronounced dead.

Just two weeks before his tragic passing, Beadle shared a video with his followers, showcasing his BMW’s remarkable power, accelerating from 100 to 150 mph in just 2.97 seconds. He captioned the post simply, “It’s just a BMW.”

Reactions to Andre Beadle’s death

Many of his followers were blown away by the video, amazed at the power and speed of his BMW. However, others were less impressed, criticizing him for not taking safety seriously.