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Trucking Insurance


Hiring New Drivers? Here’s How Their Record Affects Your Insurance
When you hire a new driver, you’re not just trusting them with your equipment and freight. Every new driver affects your insurance rates and risk profile. Whether you're a single-unit owner-operator or managing a growing fleet, your insurance company will look closely at every driver behind the wheel. Driving History Matters Insurance carriers review each driver’s Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) to assess the exposure. Accidents, speeding tickets, DUIs, and other violations are

Greg Corbitt
Mar 4


Winter Weather Risks: How Snow, Ice, and Other Winter Storms Impact Trucking
Whether you operate a local fleet or run over-the-road trucking, winter weather poses serious challenges to safety and efficiency. As we move deeper into the winter months, it’s critical for trucking companies to understand the risks and take proactive steps to prevent accidents, insurance claims, and hidden costs. Key Winter Hazards for Truckers Icy Roads and Black Ice: Reduced traction increases the risk of hydroplaning, longer braking distances, and loss of control—espe

Greg Corbitt
Jan 1


Driver Fatigue and Safety: Insurance Coverage for Long Hauls in Fall
As the days grow shorter and temperatures begin to drop, fall presents unique challenges for trucking companies, especially when it comes to long-haul routes. One of the most pressing concerns is driver fatigue — a factor that significantly contributes to accidents and injuries. Keeping drivers well-rested and aware is key to preventing accidents. Fatigue contributes to: Increased likelihood of collisions or rear-end accidents Higher risk of driver error due to slowed

Greg Corbitt
Sep 11, 2025


How to Reduce Trucking Insurance Premiums Without Sacrificing Coverage
Trucking insurance is essential for keeping your business protected, but with premiums rising, it can be a financial burden. The good...

Knight Insurance Group
Jul 30, 2025


Truck on Track: Protect Your Fleet with the Right Insurance
Whether you operate a single truck or manage a large fleet, having the right insurance coverage is essential. Your fleet is the heart of...

Nick Etter, TRIP
Mar 3, 2025


Trucking Insurance Basics: What Every Trucking Business Needs to Know
Trucking businesses serve a vital purpose in our economy, but they may carry, significant risks, including accidents, cargo theft, and...

Greg Corbitt
Jan 17, 2025


The Role of Safety Programs In Reducing Your Truck Fleet Insurance Costs
Safety programs are key to lowering insurance costs for your truck fleet. When your fleet adopts strong safety practices, it reduces the...

Nick Etter, TRIP
Aug 23, 2024


5 Tips to a Successful Trucking Safety Program
1. Establish Clear Objectives and Policies Define the goals of your safety program, such as reducing accidents or improving compliance....

Greg Corbitt
Aug 23, 2024


Cost Saving Tips For Insuring Your Commercial Truck Fleet
Insuring a commercial truck fleet can be a significant expense, but there are ways to manage and potentially reduce these costs. Here are...

Greg Corbitt
Aug 23, 2024
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