Safety
Pickup Truck Carrying Oversized Cargo Causes Accident in Chiang Mai
A pickup truck driver in Chiang Mai was held accountable after an illegal U-turn caused metal cargo to smash into a nearby van.
On September 1, 2026, a traffic accident occurred at the Pha Muang Task Force intersection in Chang Phueak, Chiang Mai, involving a pickup truck and a van. According to Khaosod Online, the pickup truck was transporting long metal sheets that extended significantly beyond the vehicle's body. The driver attempted a sudden U-turn at a location where such maneuvers are prohibited, causing the protruding metal to strike and shatter the windows of a following van.
Initially, the pickup driver denied fault, claiming the maneuver was legal. However, officers from the Chang Phueak Police Station were present at the scene and witnessed the incident. They confirmed that the pickup truck had performed an illegal U-turn and was improperly transporting cargo that exceeded the vehicle's dimensions, violating transport regulations. Faced with this eyewitness testimony from law enforcement, the pickup driver admitted liability and agreed to take responsibility for the damages.
For residents and travelers in the area, this incident highlights the importance of maintaining distance from vehicles carrying unsecured or oversized loads. While the immediate dispute was resolved on-site due to the presence of police, the full extent of the repair costs and any potential additional legal penalties for the transport violation remain to be finalized by the authorities.