Friends have praised a husband and car fanatic killed in a road accident.

Darren Green, 35, from Carshalton, died on Tuesday morning after the silver Peugeot he was driving was involved in a crash with a refrigerated lorry in Mitcham.

Friend Brian Steer said: “He was a kind guy, loved his cars and music – you couldn’t say a bad thing about him.”

Mr Steer said he met Mr Green as a teenager and they bonded through their shared love of cars – with Mr Green always keeping his in spotless condition. The collision between a silver Peugeot and white lorry happened at 8.13am in London Road, opposite the junction with Crescent Grove.

Mr Green was treated by the London Ambulance Service but died at the scene.

The driver of the lorry stopped and there have been no arrests.

Writing on his blog yesterday friend Michael Snasdell said: “Darren was about strength, and always carried a big smile on his face, and imprinted that on others wherever he went.

“Today I for one, and I hope others can do the same, want to remember Darren for the man he was, and make him proud by carrying my head high... Thank you Darren for the memories you gave us all, the kindness you offered, and the memories you leave us with.”

Police asked witnesses to call 020 8941 9011.