Explain the deliveries before comparing premiums
Tell HIA whether you deliver your own products, carry goods for another business or use a delivery platform. Include package types, loading and unloading duties, delivery frequency and regular routes. Passenger transport, hazardous materials and other specialized operations need a separate eligibility and requirements review.
Coverage questions to review
Vehicle liability and damage
Compare liability limits and any collision or comprehensive coverage for the vehicle. Explain the drivers, overnight parking and business use, and review exclusions alongside the price.
Goods carried in the vehicle
Vehicle coverage and coverage for goods in transit are separate questions. Identify who owns the goods, their maximum value and any shipper requirements. Ask whether motor truck cargo or another property coverage is appropriate for the operation.
Weight, registration and routes
Provide the vehicle and combination weight information, registration details, states traveled and any USDOT or operating-authority information. These details help distinguish an ordinary business vehicle from an operation with additional motor-carrier requirements.