A young driver is lucky to be alive after crashing into a tree at Middleton this morning.

The crash occurred on Flagstaff Hill Road, Middleton, just before 10.30am on Sunday 3 August.  The significant impact pushed the engine well into the cab of the Ford ute.

The driver, a 19-year-old Taperoo man, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to hospital by ambulance. His vehicle was towed from the scene.

Investigations into the crash are ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed this collision or has any dashcam footage or information that may assist can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online.