Types of Truck Accidents Truck accidents cause thousands of deaths and injuries every year in the United States. These large trucks can weigh 80,000 pounds or more, making them a dangerous force on the road. These wrecks can be caused by many 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 very dangerous. They can cause a huge number of injuries, and even death and extensive property damage. Rear-end collisions can happen for a