Most people don’t understand trucking insurance and haven’t done enough research before buying insurance. When it comes to trucking insurance, business owners have even more options. Let’s discuss the different types of insurance so that when you are ready to buy or renew your business insurance, you will have an idea of what types of … Continue reading “Trucking Insurance – How does it Work?”
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Why Commercial Truck Insurance is Essential
There are many reasons that finding the right commercial truck insurance is vital to the success of your business. Transportation insurance is multifaceted, so one of the most important parts of finding coverage is choosing the right insurance provider. You want to choose a company that offers the protection you need for an affordable cost. … Continue reading “Why Commercial Truck Insurance is Essential”
Find the Right Transport Insurance Company
To find the right transport insurance company is about more than just checking to make sure your type of vehicle or cargo is covered. You want to find a provider that will partner with you to design customized policies that will give you the protection you need without stretching your budget. Whether you transport cargo … Continue reading “Find the Right Transport Insurance Company”
Auto-Issued DOT Numbers- What We’ve Seen and What You Can Do
We’ve been seeing something a little strange lately here at Western Truck Insurance Services and we wanted to keep all of our loyal clients informed. We haven’t seen much information about this online, but it is something that several clients have experienced. If you’re having problems with this, or with anything else relating to your … Continue reading “Auto-Issued DOT Numbers- What We’ve Seen and What You Can Do”
Are Your Truck Insurance Rates Increasing? Here’s Why.
Truck insurance rates are skyrocketing and the reason is nuclear. We’re not talking about atomic energy, but rather a recent phenomenon in truck insurance known as ‘nuclear’ verdicts. These verdicts are shaking up the insurance industry, causing longtime truck insurers to exit the market, and making it harder and more expensive to get coverage. Here’s … Continue reading “Are Your Truck Insurance Rates Increasing? Here’s Why.”
Is Your Rig Ready for Winter? 7 Ways to Prepare for Plummeting Temperatures
It’s getting chilly out there. Is your truck ready? Take some time today to prep your truck for the cooler, potentially freezing, temperatures that are surely ahead. A little preparation today can save you from a whole lot of trouble later. When Temperatures Drop, Coolant’s a Must Anti-freeze, or coolant, provides vital protection to your … Continue reading “Is Your Rig Ready for Winter? 7 Ways to Prepare for Plummeting Temperatures”
A Trucker’s Guide to Holiday Gifting… and Receiving
What’s on the top of your holiday wish list this year? If you’ve been too busy on the road to think about gifts, we’ve got you covered. This holiday gift guide will help you find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list. Here are some of our favorite holiday gifts for truck drivers to give … Continue reading “A Trucker’s Guide to Holiday Gifting… and Receiving”
Winter’s Coming- Driving Tips to Help You Travel with Care
If you need a reprieve from hot summer temperatures, relief is on the way. Winter is definitely coming and temperatures are dropping around the country. Plummeting temperatures present some unique challenges in the truck. Here’s our guide for safe winter driving. Do you have any tips to add to the list? How Does Weather Impact … Continue reading “Winter’s Coming- Driving Tips to Help You Travel with Care”
Trucking Trends- Where Are We Now?
The American Trucking Association recently released ATA American Trucking Trends 2016, a comprehensive analysis of the state of the trucking industry. Overall, it was a strong year for trucking and we hope it was a great one for you too. What’s the Current State of Trucking? Looking at where the industry is now can help … Continue reading “Trucking Trends- Where Are We Now?”
A Successful Trip Starts with a Pre-Trip Inspection
At Western Truck Insurance Services our motto is “Travel with Care”. We want you to get there safely, happily, and carefully every single time. Now, we can’t guarantee your safety each time you get behind the wheel, but we do know a secret to greatly increasing your chances of a successful trip: pre-trip inspections. They … Continue reading “A Successful Trip Starts with a Pre-Trip Inspection”