It can be quite hazardous to drive in the fall. Rainy and wet conditions can really slow you down. If you hit a patch of wet leaves, you could quickly lose control of your vehicle, causing an accident. The weather isn’t the only problem. You are also going to have to be on the lookout for animals. Most of them are out enjoying the weather […]
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Commercial Truck Drivers: Tips to Drive Safely This Fall
Rainy and wet conditions can make it hazardous to drive in the fall. It doesn’t take much to lose control of your commercial truck if you hit a patch of wet leaves! Not only that, as the weather starts to cool, animals are starting to come out of hiding. Most of them are trying to fill up for the long winter months ahead when food […]
Reasons You Need (and Don’t Need) Bobtail Insurance
When you drive your commercial truck without a trailer, it is known as bobtailing. Whether you have dropped a load off and are heading home or to another load, you might need to have insurance for that. Bobtailing insurance covers any damages that occur to both people and property when you are driving your truck without a trailer. It is considered liability insurance. So, why […]
Reasons You Need Cargo Insurance
Cargo Insurance Cargo insurance covers any damages that may occur to the cargo that you are hauling. It can also cover any losses. However, cargo insurance varies, depending on your policy. Because of this, you need to read it carefully. Some don’t cover any losses that occur while you leave your truck and trailer unattended (at a rest stop). While some owner-operators and other commercial […]
Types of Insurance Commercial Drivers Need to Think About
Truck Liability Insurance Whether you are an owner operator or you own a fleet of trucks, you are going to need to have insurance. However, there are so many types of insurance, as well as different prices, it can be hard to figure out exactly what you need. Here are some types of insurance that you need to think about. Primary liability. Primary liability is […]
Types of Liability Insurance for Commercial Truckers
Truck Liability Insurance Liability insurance for commercial truck drivers is usually the most expensive part of your insurance, yet it is necessary. In fact, it is the law. You can’t drive without liability insurance. There are two types of liability insurance that you should look into. They are primary and general liability. What is primary liability? Primary liability insurance is what most people think about […]
3 Tips for the New Owner Operator
Commercial or owner Operator Truck Insurance Iowa Congratulations! You have decided to make the jump from one of the many employed truckers on the Iowa highways to an owner-operator. There are certainly many advantages to being your own boss. As an owner-operator, you will be able to choose your schedule, choose your loads, and much more. You will also be able to leave the company […]
Three Commercial or Owner Operator Truck Insurance Myths
Commercial or Owner Operator Truck Insurance North Carolina We know the insurance world can seem very confusing and intimidating at times, but it does not have to be. It is important that everyone understand how their insurance works so they can avoid gaps in coverage and find the perfect policy for their trucking operation. Unfortunately, there are many misconceptions about commercial and owner-operator insurance. We […]
3 Geographic Factors That Influence Your Tow Truck Insurance Premiums
Tow Truck Insurance Every business needs coverage, and the towing business is certainly no exception. Since your company can face claims and lawsuits from all sides, it’s important to stay covered. Everyone from the party claiming ownership of the vehicle you towed to someone you drove past might claim injury. The increased risks can impact your insurance premiums. So can geographic factors that influence those […]
How Operation Safe Driver Week’s Results Can Prepare Your Team for Winter
Semi Truck Insurance This previous summer’s Operation Safe Driver Week was designed to stop some of the most common and dangerous safety violations on the road. But the Commercial Vehicles Safety Alliance (CVSA), the entity behind the movement, also wanted to collect data. Once the industry knows the most common violations, everyone can work together to stay safer. Here are the top three most common […]