Whatever type of truck you drive, you know that there are tons of risks involved. Handling more heavy-duty vehicles means being more responsible and cautious of every other driver on the road. So, it’s important to learn proper safety and how to protect your drivers if something happens. These preventative measures can range anywhere from proper training to truck monitoring.
Protecting your drivers from risks also includes truck insurance. However, it’s not enough to know the basics of coverage. Fleet owners must know the best types of insurance to protect their unique company. For instance, an insurance plan for a towing company in one region can be completely different from a reefer truck fleet’s in another location. Therefore, shopping for trucking insurance means knowing your company and all of the specific risks you face.
Here, we’ll go over all you need to know about trucking. We’ll walk you through what types of risks commercial trucks face and trucking news. We’ll also cover what types of trucking insurance you’ll need and how to save on the best coverage for your business.
Have you imagined what would happen if truck drivers stopped working for a few days?
The world would come to a screeching halt according to Ricky Rodriguez, a truck driver who works 14-hours a day hauling steel and lumber throughout the Midwest. According to another trucker Paul Marhoefer (who hosts the podcast Over the Road), it would send the entire nation into a frenzy.
Recently, Yokohama Tire expanded their commercial lineup to include two new products. The renowned company launched the 124R and 505C tires, which are available all across the U.S. Moreover, both tires meet the standards and performance criteria for driving in severe snow conditions.
Companies operating commercial vehicles to haul cargo or transport passengers need to register with the FMCSA and obtain a USDOT number.
Also, truckers carrying hazardous materials or hauling different cargo quantities and types through intrastate travel are required to get a safety permit and a DOT number.
The state of Oregon recently increased their fines for truckers who violate the Chain Law during the snow season. This rule went into effect September 25, 2021, and truckers who violate the law will have to pay $880. In this article we will discuss who will be exempted and why the fines have increased.
Determining the cost of a truck accident and how it may impact your business is essential. Even a minor crash can be financially detrimental. When determining how much an accident costs, it’s important to remember that the cost varies from incident to incident.
Oftentimes, when a receiver rejects a cargo load, it costs a significant amount of time, fuel, and transport products. From the viewpoint of sustainability, it may negate some prior fuel efficiency and cost savings.
The shortage of truck drivers has become one of the most prominent challenges for the trucking industry. According to the latest report from the American Trucking Association, currently, the industry is short by 60,000 truckers, which is a nearly 20 percent increase from last year.
“How much does insurance for a used truck cost” is one of the common questions drivers ask before they buy. Though the cost of these trucks is often low, the price you pay every year varies depending on factors like driving history, the state you live in, and cargo type.
