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SORRENTO VALLEY, San Diego County, Calif., Nov. 6, 2026 — A 53-year-old man was hospitalized with serious injuries on Wednesday morning, November 4, after the e-bike he was riding collided with a truck on Miramar Road in Sorrento Valley, according to the San Diego Police Department.
The e-bike rider was traveling westbound in the bike lane on Miramar Road. A 53-year-old man was driving a Ford F-650 truck in the adjacent lane, heading the same direction. The truck reportedly turned right into a business driveway, crossing the e-bike's path. The e-bike struck the truck, and the rider fell underneath it, ending up beneath the rear axle.
The rider suffered multiple rib fractures, a collapsed lung, and a chest wall injury requiring surgery, SDPD said. He was taken to a local hospital. His injuries are not considered life-threatening. The police said alcohol was not a factor in the crash. The investigation remains active.
We hope everyone who was hurt makes a full and speedy recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do after a crash involving a commercial truck?
Call 911, seek medical evaluation even if injuries seem minor, and get the names of any responding officers along with a copy of the incident report. Photograph the scene if it's safe to do so and avoid giving a recorded statement to any insurer before speaking with a medical provider about your injuries.
Why do trucks need more room to stop than passenger vehicles?
Trucks are heavier and carry more momentum, so they take longer distances to slow down or stop compared to cars, especially when loaded. This is one reason sudden turns or lane changes near trucks can be dangerous for cyclists and other smaller vehicles sharing the road.
What makes a bike or e-bike collision with a truck especially dangerous?
Trucks have far more mass than bicycles or e-bikes, so even a low-speed turn or lane change can cause serious injury to a rider. Riders can also end up pinned or dragged beneath a truck's body or wheels, as reported in this case.
What are a truck's blind spots and why do they matter?
Large trucks have blind spots along both sides, directly behind, and immediately in front of the cab. A rider or vehicle in one of these zones may not be visible to the driver, particularly during turns, which is why trucks frequently cannot see bikes riding alongside them.
