Searching for tractor-trailer insurance can be a challenging, time-consuming process. It can also be difficult to find companies who understand how the trucking business works, what coverages are necessary/important to consider, and how to provide the type of service that truckers need after the policy is sold. That is why it’s crucial that owner-operators and fleets find the right company to handle their insurance. Milepost is a top provider of commercial trucking insurance that fits your business needs.
Commercial Insurance for Tractor Trailers
Are you looking for tractor-trailer insurance?
The custom coverage you need for nearly any tractor-trailer
Finding the right commercial tractor-trailer insurance can be difficult. From trucking business owners to owner-operators, Milepost builds custom commercial auto insurance policies. We provide comprehensive coverage that includes trucking liability insurance, cargo insurance, bodily injury, and additional coverage options. Additionally, we provide the coverage and deductibles that fit the exact needs of your business.
We cover tractors used in these businesses:
General Commodities haulers
Dry van haulers
Refrigerated (reefer) haulers
Car carriers
Intermodal
Power only
Contract and broker freight
Less-than-truckload (LTL) and truckload (TL)
Team driving and slip-seat driving
Flatbed operations
Heavy equipment haulers
Dumping operators
Logging operators
New ventures and customers with business experience
For-hire and not-for-hire
Local and long-haul radius
Owned, leased, and owner-operated vehicles
Find out if your tractor-trailer is covered
What is tractor-trailer insurance?
Tractor-trailer insurance, also known as semi-truck insurance or commercial truck insurance, is a type of insurance coverage specifically designed to protect businesses that own and operate large trucks or tractor-trailers. This type of insurance typically provides coverage for a range of risks, including physical damage to the truck or trailer, general liability for accidents or property damage caused by the truck, and cargo insurance to protect against damage or loss of goods being transported.
We take care of your tractor motor carrier filings
When it comes to insurance filing requirements, commercial tractor-trailer businesses need a partner to help them and make the process easy.
Available filings include:
Federal filings BMC-91 and BMC-91X
MCS-90 endorsement
State Form E filings
Oversize and overweight filings OS-23
Uniform Intermodal Interchange Agreement (UIIA) certificate filings
Learn more about filings or give us a call and one of our friendly Insurance Advisors will be happy to assist you with your filings questions.
What kind of truckers insurance do I need for a tractor-trailer?
Depending on the vehicle type and category, Milepost helps trucking companies select the most appropriate commercial truck insurance coverage. With many coverage options available, we can tailor your policy to fit your insurance needs.
Common coverages for tractor-trailers:
Auto liability (bodily injury and property damage)
Cargo
Uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage
General liability
Comprehensive and collision (aka physical damage or "full" coverage)
Trailer interchange
Personal Injury Protection (PIP)
View our full list of coverages to see what else we can offer based on your individual requirements.
How much does insurance for tractor-trailers cost?
Tractor-trailer insurance rates can vary greatly. Depending on the required coverage, driving records, and history, the monthly payments and deductibles may be costly. Milepost works with your business to find the best coverage fit within your budget. By controlling the overall cost while providing the proper coverage, Milepost is the ideal insurance provider for tractor-trailer businesses.
Some things that affect the cost of tractor-trailer insurance are:
Driving history
Age and commercial drives license (CDL) experience
Cargo type
Tractor-trailer size and weight
State regulations
Years of trucking operations
Get certificates online instantly
Have you ever missed out on a good load because you were waiting for a certificate of insurance? That’s why our online certificates of insurance are available 24/7 so you can always provide instant proof of coverage to your freight brokers and shippers.
Get a truck insurance quote today
Get started on a custom tractor-trailer truck insurance policy online at any time. Our friendly Commercial Truck Insurance Agents are also available to help answer your questions and begin building your custom policy.
Or call 844-380-6009
Phone hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm CT
