Can a Stolen Truck Be Used in a Crime? What Your Insurer Will Ask Key takeaway Yes, a stolen truck can be used in a crime, and when it is, your insurer will treat the claim as both a theft…
Starting a trucking company means more than buying a truck and booking loads. These trucking insurance requirements explain exactly what new carriers must have in place to activate authority and stay compliant from day one.
Getting a DOT number is easy. Getting insured fast enough to start hauling is where most new operators get stuck. This guide breaks down exactly how to secure trucking insurance quickly with a brand-new DOT number and avoid delays that can cost you loads and contracts.
Winter weather doesn’t just slow trucks down, it drives up claims, losses, and insurance scrutiny. This guide explains how winter conditions impact trucking insurance claims, where fleets get caught off guard, and how to reduce preventable losses before snow and ice hit your routes.
Insurance for Rebuilt Trucks: How to Get Coverage and When It’s Worth It Buying a rebuilt or used truck can feel like a smart financial move. Lower upfront costs, faster availability, and flexibility appeal to owner operators and small fleets…
Leased Trucking Authority Risks: The Grey Market of Fake Insurance Certificates Most people assume that if a truck is on the road, it must be operating legally. The DOT number is active, the paperwork looks correct, and a certificate of…
How to Build a Trucking Insurance History That Lowers Premiums Over Time Many trucking companies believe insurance premiums only go one direction. Up. While market cycles do affect pricing, the reality is that individual fleets have far more control than…
How to Transition from Personal to Commercial Auto Insurance Legally Many drivers start with personal auto insurance and later move into trucking or delivery work. The transition sounds simple, but it is one of the most common compliance mistakes new…
Trucking Broker Scam Liability: Who Really Pays When a Trucker Gets Scammed Freight scams are no longer rare. They are part of the daily risk in trucking. Every week, carriers lose money to fake brokers, double-brokered loads, or payment schemes…
Why Commercial Auto Rates Keep Rising (and What You Can Do About It) Commercial auto insurance has become one of the most frustrating costs for trucking companies. Year after year, premiums climb, even for fleets with clean records. Many carriers…