Commercial trucking insurance policies provide extensive liability protection in the event of a covered accident. They are paramount to the success of any trucking service provider. Unfortunately, several SMBs still neglect their insurance to avoid costly premiums, as there is a common yet baseless misconception that insurance will exhaust your future profits.
The average premiums on a commercial trucking insurance policy can vary anywhere from $600 to $1,000. Specialty truckers that haul garbage and septic waste typically pay less than trucks carrying transportable properties of value like automobiles and general freight. However, note that premiums can still exceed $1,000 depending on your insurability.
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Expect policy add-ons, endorsements, riders, and additional policies to increase your premiums accordingly.
Higher limits will increase your premiums, although we discourage stunting coverage just to save a few bucks on premiums.
Trucking insurance premiums vary per state. The average premiums in Louisiana start at $1,546, while the average in North Dakota is at a measly $686.
As we mentioned above, transport truckers that carry high-value goods pay more than niche specialty truckers hauling garbage, logging materials, or septic waste regularly. Expensive cargo requires higher insurance, of course.
Larger trailers and tractors generally cost more to insure than compact, smaller alternatives like pickup trucks.
Commercial trucking insurance premiums come with a steep price, but the liability protection they provide is invaluable. Having a broad, all-encompassing policy can spell the difference between six-digit lawsuits and business continuity.
If you still have doubts, we highly encourage performing further research. Skepticism almost always stems from ignorance. Explore the different policies, compare policy quotes, and assess coverage terms to ensure that you make well-informed decisions.
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