Fans and friends of Andre Beadle, a 25-year-old social media influencer known for his passion for fast cars, were left devastated after news of his tragic passing.
Beadle, who built a loyal following through his social media presence, was involved in a high-speed crash on the Nassau Expressway in Queens in the early morning of Nov. 6.
Beadle, known as 1Stockf30 on social media, was a car enthusiast who shared street racing videos. His final video, posted just two days prior, features the BMW close to the location where he later lost his life.
Beadle’s moniker, 1Stockf30, combines car culture terminology and his BMW model. In car culture, “stock” refers to an unmodified vehicle. The “f30” in Beadle’s username refers to BMW’s sixth-generation 3 Series, produced from 2011 to 2019, one of which Beadle owned.
According to a statement from the NYPD, Beadle had been driving his BMW sedan on the Nassau Expressway in Queens at a high rate of speed on the expressway’s left lane before he lost control of the vehicle.
The car veered to the right, crashing into a metal pole on the shoulder. The impact sent his vehicle across the lanes, ejecting him from the car in the process. Emergency services transported him to Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, where he was later pronounced dead.
Beadle had a significant presence on social media, where he frequently showcased his BMW and gave fans a glimpse into his passion for high-performance vehicles on YouTube in various areas around New York City.
Clips of him driving at dangerously high speeds—reaching 130 mph in seconds due to his car’s modifications—were met with excitement by his followers on Instagram and YouTube since he first began sharing photos of his cars on social media.
Following Beadle’s death, his family announced funeral arrangements on his social media, inviting friends and fans to Haffen Park in the Bronx, his hometown, for a final farewell.
The post remembered him as someone “driven by passion” and “fueled by the thrill,” while heartfelt messages flooded the comments. Admirers thanked him for inspiring their own racing dreams, mourning his loss with tributes like “rest easy, king” and “you left an imprint on the NYC scene.”
The NYPD’s Highway District Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate the incident.
Beadle’s death has brought attention to the dangers of high-speed driving, as fans and the public reflect on the risks associated with such pursuits all over social media.
Many said his content was an exciting glimpse into car culture, but his passing serves as a stark reminder of the serious consequences that can come with high-speed thrills. His story underscores the importance of caution and responsibility on the road, especially for those with a passion for performance driving and racing.
