Types of Truck Crash Accidents involving trucks can cause serious injuries to both the truck driver and the passengers of the truck. Due to their huge size, trucks can be difficult to maneuver and stop. Driver fatigue, fatigue and safety issues can also cause an accident. It's not always easy to determine who is at fault. Rear-End Collisions Rear-end collisions occur frequently. These are when two vehicles collide, typically at an intersection. It can happen when one driver doesn't notice the red light or stopped car in front of them and cont