Types of Large Trucks in Texas
Texas has more trucks covering more miles than almost any other state. Because of this, we see more crashes, injuries, and deaths caused by crashes with large trucks. To better understand the impact of large truck crashes in Texas, we must first understand what the industry considers a "large truck." Types of large trucks include:
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Semi-truck
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Tractor trailer
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18-wheeler
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Mack truck
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Big rig
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Dualie
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Cargo truck
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Box truck
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Tanker truck
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Flatbed truck
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Car hauler
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Bus
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Dump truck
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Construction truck
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Hauler truck
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Fifth wheel
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Moving truck
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Truck with oversized load
The Real Impact of Large Truck Accidents in Texas
Commercial trucks cause accidents in many ways. Some causes are more common than others and, as Dallas truck accident attorneys, we have seen them all. When an oversized load tries to navigate a turn or drives too fast for conditions, it too often becomes unstable. The truck overturns, causing a serious crash. When a truck does crash, one real threat is the bursting of a fuel tank and ignition of fuel. A tanker truck might have fuel in its gas tank and in the tank it is hauling. A recent crash in Denton led to a fire that burned for close to 12 hours. There is no doubt about it - large trucks cause large crashes.
Have You Been Injured In A Texas Truck Accident?
If you've been injured in a truck accident you need to speak with an experienced truck accident injury attorney as soon as possible. Please contact us online or call our Colleyville office directly at 817.485.8888 to schedule your free consultation.
