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CHANDLER, Maricopa County, Ariz., Nov. 6, 2026 — A motorcyclist was taken to a hospital with serious injuries after a crash with a car on Thursday afternoon, November 5, near Ray Road and McClintock Drive in Chandler.
The crash was reported at about 3:30 p.m. near the Ray Road and McClintock Drive intersection, according to authorities. Preliminary information indicates the motorcycle struck the left side of a red Chrysler PT Cruiser. What led up to the collision has not been released.
Chandler police and medics responded and found the motorcyclist with major injuries. The rider was treated at the scene and taken to a hospital; the injuries were reportedly serious. The driver of the Cruiser suffered minor injuries and declined transport to a hospital.
The Chandler police are continuing to review evidence from the scene to determine how the crash happened. No cause or fault has been confirmed.
Our thoughts are with those who were injured, and we wish them a full recovery.
Intersection Crashes in Arizona
This motorcycle crash happened at Ray Road and McClintock Drive in Chandler, AZ. Our Arizona intersections page covers intersection crashes across Arizona.
Frequently Asked Questions
What gear helps reduce injury risk for motorcyclists?
A DOT-approved helmet, a riding jacket and pants, gloves, and over-the-ankle boots can reduce the severity of injuries in a crash. Reflective or brightly colored gear can also help other drivers see a rider sooner.
What usually causes crashes between motorcycles and cars?
Common causes include a driver failing to see the motorcycle, misjudging its speed or distance, unsafe lane changes, and turns made across a motorcycle's path.
Why do motorcycle crashes tend to cause more serious injuries than car crashes?
Riders have no frame, airbags, or seatbelts around them, so a crash can throw them from the bike or into the path of another vehicle, usually at speed.
How do left-turning vehicles cause collisions with motorcycles?
A driver turning left at an intersection may misjudge a motorcycle's speed or not see it at all, turning into its path. These crashes commonly happen as a motorcycle passes through or near an intersection.
