Car Crashes into Road Ranger Truck on Suncoast Parkway

UPDATE: A serious accident occurred on the Suncoast Parkway in Spring Hill, Florida, when a car collided with a road ranger truck at approximately 7:25 p.m. on Friday night. The Florida Highway Patrol reports that the road ranger was assisting a vehicle with a flat tire when the incident unfolded.

While the road ranger was “slow rolling” behind a vehicle pulling a trailer near mile marker 46, a 2025 Volkswagen Atlas approached from behind. In a shocking turn of events, the driver veered off the road and crashed into the ranger’s truck, which had its emergency lights activated. Eyewitness accounts suggest the impact was significant, resulting in heavy damage to both vehicles.

The driver of the Volkswagen was immediately transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Fortunately, the road ranger remained uninjured during the incident. Images from the scene reveal that airbags deployed in both the Volkswagen and the road ranger truck, highlighting the severity of the crash.

Authorities have confirmed that the driver of the Volkswagen has been issued a failure to move over ticket as part of the investigation. This accident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety, particularly in areas where emergency vehicles are present.

As this story develops, law enforcement urges drivers to remain vigilant and adhere to traffic laws, especially when approaching roadside assistance vehicles. Stay tuned for further updates on this incident as details become available.