Summer is here. Along with the higher temperatures and sunshine come some risks for truck drivers. One might think that winter, with ice and snow and rain, would be most dangerous, but summer has its fair share of risks, too. Summer can be a dangerous time to drive your truck, whether you drive tractor trailers, box trucks, or flatbeds, so check out these summer truck driving tips.
Arkansas Highway Police make fifth drug bust at Alma weigh station in 6 months
The third drug bust in as many weeks at a truck weigh station along I-40 eastbound in Alma, Arkansas continues a trend that stretches back six months. There have been five major drug busts at the Alma weigh station in six months. Three drug seizures involving marijuana being transported in tractor trailers have occurred from April 22 to May 6.
4 reasons your truck insurance renewal might go up (Hint: You need to pay your bill on time)
Truck insurance might not be your favorite thing in the world to think about. It’s not particularly riveting, it’s true, and, well, that insurance bill has a really big number on it. But one time that you really need to be paying attention to your insurance is at your renewal.
What is trailer interchange insurance?
Trucking is a unique industry. There are many different scenarios and risks that you face as a trucker, and that means that you need a variety of insurance coverages to protect you. However, all of these transportation and commercial auto coverages can get a little confusing.
What an insurance agent will need to get your business truck insurance quotes
The time has come to get truck insurance. Maybe you’ve been waiting in dread of this day for a long time. Truck insurance doesn’t sound very riveting or fun. Plus, the different coverages and terms can get overwhelming.
10 things you need to know about auto hauler insurance
The world of auto hauling has its fair share of risks. And those risks are exactly why you need car carrier insurance. It’s essential that you have an insurance plan that’s customized to your business, so there are several things you need to know about auto hauler insurance.
How much does auto hauler insurance cost?
Auto haulers are not without their risks. And the risks that you face as a car hauler are exactly why you need auto hauler insurance. Having the right coverage is essential when it comes to protecting your business. But first things first – how much does auto hauler insurance cost?
What kind of insurance do I need as an auto hauler?
If you haul cars for a living, you know that you face a lot of risks. You (or your driver) could get into an accident and injure other drivers. The cars you’re hauling could get damaged. The car carrier itself could be wrecked. You could destroy private property in an accident.
5 workplace safety policies you should have at your trucking business
If you drive trucks and operate a trucking business, you know how important safety is. The roads are a dangerous place. Driving is probably the most dangerous thing we do all day. And that’s why it’s important to minimize the risk to your drivers as much as possible.