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Home > Blog > Tips for Minimizing Risk to Your Commercial Vehicles
TUESDAY, AUGUST 8, 2017

Tips for Minimizing Risk to Your Commercial Vehicles

What steps can a business owner take to ensure the company vehicle is safe? A commercial vehicle is one that individuals use for business-related activities. It is not a personal vehicle that travels just to and from home.image of man standing behind commercial auto

A company-owned or operated car needs commercial auto insurance. It provides protection to the business if the vehicle causes damage to another person or object. It also provides protection for the vehicle as an asset.

Keeping It Safe Matters

Keeping a commercial vehicle safe is important. Most companies want to avoid filing insurance claims too often. This can raise your business insurance costs.

This policy is there to help you. However, taking steps to minimize risks just makes financial sense. It keeps your costs down. It keeps your risks to drivers down as well.

How to Reduce Risk

To keep a commercial vehicle safe, consider the following:

  • Install security systems within the vehicle. These can be anti-theft devices. They can also be systems that keep track of the location of the vehicle.
  • Invest in telematics software. This helps to provide tracking for the vehicle. It also ensures drivers are not driving too far without taking a break.
  • Consider the investment in onboard sensors. They might notify you of on-road hazards. The investment in automation is growing across all companies. This type of tech can help to reduce risks significantly.
  • Keep the vehicle in good working order. The most common business insurance claims relate to vehicle breakdowns.
  • Invest in a commercial vehicle that's reliable. The vehicle itself plays a role in the risks drivers face.

Consider the most common risks in your area. What steps can you take to reduce those risks? If you are unsure, speak with your auto insurance provider as a first step.

Having a quality commercial auto insurance policy is essential. It keeps your vehicle safe. It also helps to ensure your drivers that they have the necessary protection on the road.

Take the time to consider your current vehicle. Does it have the type and amount of protection necessary? Speak to your business insurance agent. What additional discounts can you qualify for if you update your vehicle safety? This keeps your vehicle safe. It keeps your drivers safe. But it can also help to reduce costs to your business's bottom line. Safer vehicles are less expensive to insure.

We have your coverage needs in mind. Call First Insurance Group at 800-511-2892 for more information on getting commercial auto insurance.

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