Types of Truck Accidents Truck accidents cause thousands of injuries and deaths each year in the United States. These huge vehicles can weigh up to 80,000 pounds or more, which makes them a dangerous force on the road. These wrecks can be caused by a variety of reasons, but the majority are caused by driver error. Rear-end collisions A rear-end collision occurs when a car encounters another vehicle. These accidents can be extremely dangerous. These crashes could cause fatal injuries or even death, as they can also cause substantial property d