The Best Bobtail Insurance Agencies of 2026
The Best Bobtail Insurance Agencies of 2026 From May through July 2026, our research team evaluated 50+ bobtail insurance agencies serving commercial trucking operations across the United States. We focused solely on family-owned independent agencies specializing exclusively in trucking. These businesses represent multiple carriers and act as an intermediary between motor carriers and the insurers […]
Average Revenue per Truck per Year: 2026 Statistical Report
The average truck in the U.S. trucking industry generates approximately $228,575 in revenue per year, though that figure swings from around $170,000 to over $255,000 depending on where the truck runs, what it hauls, how far it travels, and how old it is. This report compiles average revenue per truck per year data from national […]
Best Owner Operator Insurance Agencies: 2026 Report
From March through May 2026, our research team evaluated 40+ owner-operator insurance agencies operating across the United States. We focused exclusively on independent agencies, businesses that represent multiple carriers and act as a middleman between truckers and the companies that underwrite coverage. We pulled data from agency websites, Google, Trustpilot, WalletHub, the Better Business Bureau, […]
Bobtail Insurance Rates: 2026 Report
From January to May 2026, our research team analyzed bobtail insurance rates from owner-operator programs across all 50 states, drawing on carrier quoting benchmarks, submissions from multiple insurance providers, and published underwriting data from commercial trucking insurers. Bobtail insurance rates in 2026 range from $20 to $120 or more per month ($240 to $1,440+ per […]
Owner-Operator Insurance Rates: 2026 Report
From January to May 2026, our research team analyzed owner-operator insurance rates from programs across all 50 states, drawing on carrier quoting benchmarks, submissions from multiple insurance providers, and the American Transportation Research Institute’s (ATRI) Operational Costs of Trucking report. Owner-operator insurance rates in 2026 range from $3,000 to $25,000 or more per year, depending on authority […]
How to Choose the Right Trucking Insurance Agency
How to Choose the Right Trucking Insurance Agency Introduction Shopping for trucking insurance isn’t just about finding the lowest premium. The agency you choose shapes almost everything that comes after: the coverage options available to you, how quickly someone picks up the phone when you need to file a claim, and how well your policy […]
How Trucking Insurance Works
Trucking insurance is a group of commercial insurance policies that protect truck drivers and motor carriers from financial losses caused by accidents, cargo damage, liability claims, and other risks that come with running a trucking business. Rather than one all-in-one policy, trucking insurance is a package of separate coverages, each protecting a different part of […]
Bobtail vs. Non-Trucking Liability Insurance: What Is the Difference?
Bobtail vs. Non-Trucking Liability Insurance: What Is the Difference? Bobtail insurance and non-trucking liability (NTL) insurance are two of the most confused coverage types in trucking. Both are designed for leased owner-operators, both are relatively inexpensive, and both fill gaps left by the motor carrier’s primary policy. But they cover very different situations, and carrying […]
Owner Operator Trucking Insurance: A Complete Guide (2026)
Owner-Operator Trucking Insurance: A Complete Guide (2026) Getting the right insurance is one of the most important financial decisions an owner-operator makes. The wrong coverage leaves gaps that can wipe out a trucking business after a single claim. The right coverage keeps you on the road, satisfies FMCSA and shipper requirements, and protects your income […]
What Is a Highway Certified Insurance Agency? A Guide for Motor Carriers and Freight Brokers
What Is a Highway Certified Insurance Agency? A Guide for Motor Carriers and Freight Brokers If you work in brokered freight, you may have started seeing the term “Highway Certified Insurance Agency” come up in conversations about carrier compliance and load booking. This guide breaks down what the designation means, why it was created, and […]