Two elderly men hospitalized after electric tricycle collision in Romania

An unusual traffic accident in Alba County, Romania, has resulted in two elderly individuals being hospitalized after their electric tricycles collided. The incident occurred on June 21, 2026, around 12:12 PM, in the town of Teiuș.

According to reports from Infotrafic România and Alba24, the accident involved a 77-year-old man who was attempting to overtake an 80-year-old man. At the same moment, the 80-year-old rider reportedly turned left without ensuring it was safe, leading to a direct collision between the two vehicles.

Both elderly men sustained injuries as a result of the impact and were transported to the hospital for medical attention. Police were dispatched to the scene and conducted breathalyzer tests on both individuals, which returned negative results, indicating that alcohol was not a factor in the crash.

The police are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision to determine the exact cause and any potential liabilities. The incident highlights the potential risks associated with electric tricycle usage, particularly among elderly riders in complex traffic situations.

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An unusual accident happened on a street in Teiuș, Alba County. Two pensioners, one 77 years old, the other 80, on electric tricycles, ended up in the hospital after crashing head-on in an intersection.