There are certain expenses that you need to account for when it comes to your trucking business — especially as it pertains to your commercial truck insurance. Not only is it a necessary expense to save you from a financial catastrophe, but it is also required for compliance with state and federal regulations.
Being able to keep your premium payment affordable without sacrificing your coverage may seem like a challenge. So, to help you out, here is how to lower your commercial truck insurance premiums without sacrificing coverage.
Know Your Insurance Needs
Many truckers end up paying for things that they don’t need when it comes to their commercial truck insurance policy.
Take a look at what your current policy covers. What do you need — and what stands out as wasteful and unnecessary?
You are going to have risks and routine business operations, but these may change over the years. The value of the cargo you haul and the distance you travel may vary, too. Reassess where you are annually before you renew your policy. That way, should you need to add or remove anything, you can do so with ease.
Because there are so many options and specializations, you need to work with insurance professionals who will put together a value-added policy that will meet your needs without requiring you to pay for anything extra.
Maintain an Excellent Driving Record
Your driving record, as well as those who drive for you, will have a significant impact on your commercial truck insurance premium. To keep the costs low without having to give up any coverage, you will want to keep your record clean.
Take extra safety precautions, avoid accidents or damage to cargo, and always undergo additional periodic training. This will keep your skills fresh —- and reduce the number of claims you will file.
The better you preserve driving records, the lower your premiums.
Choose Your Routes Wisely
Long haul routes and those that go through congested cities can make you a bigger risk. However, if you take time to optimize your routes, you can reduce the number of risks you are exposed to.
For instance, invest in route planning software, travel around heavily–populated areas, and drive more efficiently. By handling your business in this manner, your insurance company will be able to see that you are taking steps to minimize risks so that you won’t have to file any claims.
To reward you for your efforts, your insurance company may reduce your commercial truck insurance premium.
Invest in Technology
Investing in new technology, such as an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS), can not only enhance your everyday operations but can also lead to lower premiums.
Various safety features for both driving your truck and the safety of your cargo can improve your ability to stay safe and feel confident your truck’s cargo is secure. As a result, your insurance company is likely to give you discounts on your commercial truck insurance policy.
Compare Rates
One of the best ways to find out if you are getting the lowest rates available is to compare rates. You could, of course, take the time to do this on your own — or, you could work with a team of insurance professionals who know how to put you in touch with the most cost-effective and valuable insurance on the market.
Know your options and then purchase those that meet your needs with just the perfect amount of coverage.
Daniel & Henry provides comprehensive, value-added commercial truck insurance solutions designed for your trucking business while reducing your overall insurance costs.