The shattered partner of a man who died in a car accident at Rippleside two days ago says says he was larger than life.

48-year-old SHANE KEATS, of Corio, was killed in the two car collision on the corner of Melbourne Road and Bell Parade on Tuesday afternoon.

His partner TANIA DAVIDSON says the truck driver's pride and joy was the Ford Falcon he was driving at the time of the accident.

Police are still investigating the collision, and believe one of the cars involved ran a red light.

They’re asking anyone who saw the accident to contact them via Crime Stopers on 1 800 333 000 or via the website at www.crimestoppers.com.au.