Illinois Commercial Truck Insurance Requirements

Illinois Commercial Truck Insurance Requirements

Illinois Road Sign

Thinking about becoming an Illinois Motor Carrier? Here’s the deal—you need to meet FMCSA’s minimum Commercial Auto Liability Requirements. Read on for the Basics + GEICO & free 5-Star CIS Cheat Sheet on Steps to get your DOT Motor Carrier Authority. Commercial Vans–Hot Shots–Big Rigs #CISDoesThat

New Expediting Truck Insurance Launching!

GEICO Commercial Truck Insurance White Truck

Exciting News:  Brand New Expediting Truck Insurance is Launching! Shhh!….It’s technically still a secret…but another Expediting Insurance choice is in the works! CIS is gearing up now to revolutionize Expediting Truck Insurance with a new Insurance Provider backed by a Powerhouse you all know. Our new Commercial Truck Insurance partner provides customized packages for everyone […]

GEICO Commercial Truck Insurance in Texas

GEICO Commercial Truck Insuance in Texas Truck

New Texas Motor Carriers can get easy and affordable GEICO Commercial Truck Insurance Quotes Online with CIS or just give us a call. We’d love to chat with you about your Trucking Insurance! (330) 864-1511 #CISDoesThat

Indiana Commercial Truck Insurance Requirements

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Indiana’s Commercial Truck Insurance Requirements start w/ FMCSA. Know the Hoosier State Rules + GEICO & a free cheat sheet for help with your New DOT Motor Carrier Authority courtesy of 5-Star CIS. Cargo Vans, Hot Shots, Big Rigs and more. (330) 864-1511 #CISDoesThat

What are Ohio Trucking Insurance Requirements?

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If you want to be an Ohio Motor Carrier, you’ve got to meet FMCSA’s minimum Commercial Auto Liability Requirements. Keep reading to quickly learn the basics plus free easy steps to start your own DOT Motor Carrier Authority courtesy of 5-Star CIS (330) 864-1511. #CISDoesThat

Texas Commercial Truck Insurance Requirements

Texas Roadsign

New Texas Motor Carriers must follow FMCSA’s minimum commercial auto insurance rules–Get the Basics + Free New DOT Advice from 5-Star CIS. From Commercial Vans to Big Rigs #CISDoesThat

Florida Commercial Truck Insurance Requirements 

Florida Highway Sign

If you’re a Florida trucker looking to move goods across state lines, you’ve got to meet the FMCSA’s minimum Commercial Auto Liability Requirements. The good news? GEICO is here in the Sunshine State to make it easier—and more affordable—for new truckers to hit the road. #CISDoesThat

Commercial Truck Insurance Requirement MC S90

Commercial Trucking MC S90 is Public Liability Insurance

The Commercial Truck Insurance Filing Requirement MC S90 is easy once you know what it is. You’ll hear both MC S90 and BMC91X mentioned over and over, but what are they? Here’s a quick summary:   You’re a Trucking Owner Operator looking to become a For Hire Motor Carrier. FMCSA has some legal requirements you […]

Commercial Truck Cargo Insurance Explained

Motor Truck Cargo inside white delivery truck

Motor Truck Cargo covers the freight you’re hauling—simple as that. Our CIS Cheat Sheet lays out everything you need to know. Give us a call to learn more! (330) 864-1511 #CISDoesThat

Michigan Owner Operator PIP Truck Insurance Rates

Michigan Owner Operators pay more for truck insurance rates due to PIP

Here’s three examples where Michigan Truckers pay more than Ohio Truckers due to PIP insurance. But great news on the horizon–competition could bring more affordable Michigan Commercial Truck Insurance. Stay tuned! (330) 864-1511 #CISDoesThat

FedEx Custom Critical Owner Operator Insurance

Owner Operators use Straight Trucks to haul for FedEx Custom Critical

FedEx Custom Critical Owner Operators are responsible for providing their own $1,000,000 Non-Trucking Liability, Physical Damage and Work Accident insurance. Check out 5-Star CIS for the best coverage and the lowest rates. (330) 864-1511 #CISDoesThat

How to Become an Owner Operator with No Experience?

New Owner Operators can drive all kinds of Commercial Trucks

Tips and Requirements on How to Become an Owner Operator With No Experience What is an Owner Operator?  An Owner Operator is someone who owns their own truck and operates as an Independent Contractor hauling freight for hire. Many Owner Operators Lease On to a Motor Carrier where a Dispatcher finds freight for them to […]

9 Tips for the Cheapest Commercial Van Insurance

Commercial Insurance for Cargo Van

Commercial Van Insurance should be cheap given it’s not technically Commercial Truck Insurance.   Coverage for Cargo Vans and Sprinters is usually written as Business Auto Insurance. Here’s why that difference matters to you along with 9 tips on how to get the Cheapest Commercial Van Insurance:   Today the Expediting Trucking For Hire world […]

Commercial Truck Insurance Basics

Owner Operator Commercial Trucker preparing her business

Commercial truck insurance doesn’t have to be complicated. Let’s start with the simple Basics! If you’re a motor carrier, here’s what you need to know about the 4 key parts of your commercial transport insurance. CIS Transportation Insurance Experts break it down to make your truck insurance easy! (330) 864-1511 #CISDoesThat

Save Money on Your New Motor Carrier Insurance

Savings Ahead for Truck Insurance

Learn how to save money on your new trucking insurance plus simple tips to set up your Motor Carrier authority yourself. Take control of the process, avoid unnecessary fees, and ensure everything is done right the first time. Get started to your new independence with confidence! #CISDoesThat

Progressive now insures Small Truck Fleets

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Well it’s been years in the making, but Progressive now insures Small Truck Fleets.  Here’s what you need to know: What is Progressive Small Fleet for Trucks? Small Fleet refers to the number of vehicles, not the type of vehicle. A new Progressive Small Fleet policy can be written for accounts with 10-40 existing units. […]

Chatter from earlier post, Why Cargo Vans and Sprinters carry $1 Million Liability?

Sprinter Cargo Van

There was quite a bit of chatter after I posted this explanation about Cargo Van and Sprinter Insurance… Why Cargo Vans and Sprinters carry $1 Million Liability?? Published on August 19, 2016 By Shelly Benisch Posted Aug 5th 2016 9:14AM Arguments are certainly made that since FMCSA only requires $300,000 Liability for under 10K GVW […]

Understanding Owner Operator Commercial Auto Liability Insurance

Example image truck hitting car and liability

Has anyone ever said to you, “You’re liable to get sued!”  Everyone has heard it, but what does the word “liable” mean? It means you’re likely to have legal responsibility for damages you have caused. …So you’re driving along in your truck and you hit someone or something – and it IS your fault.  What […]

MCS90-91X – Protection Might Not Be What Some People Think

Posted By Shelly Benisch “Risky Business” Blog Expediters Online Sep 14th 2016 Today I thought I’d share some information from Guest Blogger Tommy Ruke, “The King Pin Leading Expert in Truck Insurance”.  Tommy is essentially the father of truck insurance. He has educated the majority of truck insurance specialists in the country for their (CIC) Certified […]

Difference between Hotshot Insurance vs Expediter Insurance

Chevy Silverado Dually 3500 perfect for Hotshot Freight

Hot Shot and Expediter Insurance starts out with different FMCSA rules. Get free help with your new DOT from 5-Star CIS & affordable GEICO coverage. Duallys–Cargo Vans–Sprinters–Straight Trucks–Cargo & More! (330) 864-1511 #CISDoesThat

Why Expedited Trucking industry standard for Cargo Vans and Sprinters is $1 Million Liability

Why Expedited Trucking industry standard for Cargo Vans and Sprinters is $1 Million Liability By Shelly Benisch Risky Business Blog Posted Aug 5th 2016 9:14AM ExpeditersOnline.com   Here’s an Addendum to the current EO Thread “Insurance Coverage and the ‘Multi’ Carrier Model”…so Why DO Cargo Vans and Sprinters need $1 Million in Liability?” Arguments are certainly made that since […]