Trucking Insurance That Keeps Your Business Moving

Safeguard your trucks, drivers, and cargo with customized coverage built specifically for owner-operators and fleet businesses.

Why You Need Trucking Insurance

Trucking insurance is a specialized type of commercial auto coverage created for trucks, drivers, and trucking companies. Whether you’re an owner-operator or manage a fleet, this insurance is legally required when hauling freight. It helps protect your business from the financial impact of accidents, injuries, and cargo damage—while ensuring compliance with state and federal (DOT/FMCSA) regulations.

 
 
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Trucking Coverage Options

Safeguard your truck, your cargo, and your business — from pickup to delivery, across every mile.

Primary Auto Liability (PLL)

Primary Auto Liability (PLL)

Mandatory FMCSA coverage for professional trucking companies.

× Primary Auto Liability (PLL)

Primary Auto Liability (PLL)

Mandatory FMCSA coverage for professional trucking companies.

This option broadens the definition of total disability to match your specific occupation, covering you for up to 5 years or the full benefit period.

Ideal for:

Professionals such as surgeons, lawyers, or specialists whose expertise is tied to a particular occupation.

Physical Damage

Physical Damage

Covers your own truck and trailer.

× Physical Damage

Physical Damage

Covers your own truck and trailer.

This coverage offers partial income replacement if you can work part-time while recovering from a disability, calculated based on your lost earnings.

Ideal for:

People returning to work gradually after a disability, who can perform limited duties.

Motor Truck Cargo (MTC)

Motor Truck Cargo (MTC)

Insures the goods you transport.

× Motor Truck Cargo (MTC)

Motor Truck Cargo (MTC)

Insures the goods you transport.

This option provides extra benefits if you experience a serious disability, such as the loss of two or more daily activities (ADLs) or cognitive impairment.

Ideal for:

Individuals who want added security against major, life-changing disabilities.

Trailer Interchange

Trailer Interchange

Covers trailers you don't own per an agreement.

× Trailer Interchange

Trailer Interchange

Covers trailers you don't own per an agreement.

Provides a one-time lump sum payment when you’re first diagnosed with certain serious illnesses, such as cancer, heart attack, or stroke.

Ideal For:

People looking to safeguard their finances against the costs of major health events.

Non-Trucking Liability (NTL)

Non-Trucking Liability (NTL)

Covers personal use when not dispatched.

× Non-Trucking Liability (NTL)

Non-Trucking Liability (NTL)

Covers personal use when not dispatched.

Delivers a lump-sum payment if an injury causes total disability within 30 days and persists through the elimination period.

Ideal for:

Individuals seeking quick financial support after an accidental injury.

Reefer Breakdown

Reefer Breakdown

Spoilage due to reefer failure.

× Reefer Breakdown

Reefer Breakdown

Spoilage due to reefer failure.

Lets you raise your coverage at designated times without needing extra medical exams.

Ideal for:

Young professionals expecting their income to grow over time.

FMCSA Filings

FMCSA Filings

We manage your state and federal paperwork.

× FMCSA Filings

FMCSA Filings

We manage your state and federal paperwork.

Returns a portion of premiums if the policy is canceled, lapses, or when you reach age 65, after accounting for any claims paid.

Ideal for:

Those who want some financial return if no claims are filed.

Medical Payments

Medical Payments

Pays medical bills for driver/passengers.

× Medical Payments

Medical Payments

Pays medical bills for driver/passengers.

Automatically boosts your monthly benefit by 5% each year during the benefit period, up to twice the original amount.

Ideal for:

Individuals worried about inflation reducing the value of their benefits over time.

Uninsured / Underinsured Motorist

Uninsured / Underinsured Motorist

Covers you when others have insufficient or no coverage.

× Uninsured / Underinsured Motorist

Uninsured / Underinsured Motorist

Covers you when others have insufficient or no coverage.

Ensures that your premiums remain fixed and your coverage cannot be canceled by the insurer until age 65.

Ideal for:

Individuals looking for predictable, long-term stability in their insurance plan.

Workers’ Comp / Occ Acc

Workers’ Comp / Occ Acc

On-the-job injury coverage for your team.

× Workers’ Comp / Occ Acc

Workers’ Comp / Occ Acc

On-the-job injury coverage for your team.

Ensures that your premiums remain fixed and your coverage cannot be canceled by the insurer until age 65.

Ideal for:

Individuals looking for predictable, long-term stability in their insurance plan.

Get Trucking Insurance That Works as Hard as You Do
Secure your trucks, drivers, and cargo on any route—from OTR to last-mile—with coverage that keeps you moving forward.

Get Trucking Insurance That Works as Hard as You Do

  • Essential Liability & Cargo Policies
  • Solutions for Solo Operators & Large Fleets
  • Add 24/7 Roadside Assistance

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Let’s Protect Your Business

Your time matters — let IDR provide fast, affordable coverage that grows and scales with your business.

Expert Guidance Whenever You Need It

Explore the IDR Insurance Resource Center for answers to your questions, the latest industry insights, and helpful tools to navigate your insurance and financial decisions.

File A Claim

Start the process of reporting an insurance claim.

Update My Policy Info

Modify contact, coverage, or account details.

Upload Document

Send us necessary documents securely online.

Policy Review Request

Request a full review of your current policy.

Schedule A Call

Book a call with your insurance advisor.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Trucking insurance is a specialized type of commercial auto coverage designed for semi-trucks, fleets, and owner-operators. It protects against accidents, cargo loss, property damage, and liability claims while keeping your business DOT-compliant.

Costs vary depending on factors like:

Type of truck (tractor-trailer, box truck, etc.)

Driving history and experience

Routes (local vs. long-haul, state vs. interstate)

Cargo type (hazardous materials vs. general freight)

Size of fleet or if you’re an independent owner-operator

Yes. The FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) requires all motor carriers and owner-operators to carry minimum liability coverage (usually $750,000 – $1 million) before they can operate legally. Additional coverages like cargo or bobtail may also be required depending on contracts and state laws.

It depends on your policy, but typical coverages include:

Liability insurance for accidents you cause

Physical damage to your truck

Cargo protection for goods you haul

Bobtail/non-trucking liability

Workers’ compensation for drivers

Yes — if you’re hauling freight, most shippers and brokers require proof of motor truck cargo insurance. It protects against theft, damage, or loss of goods while in transit.

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