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At Southern Charm Insurance, we offer a full range of commercial trucking insurance options — Primary Liability, Physical Damage, Motor Truck Cargo, Non-Trucking Liability (Bobtail), and Short-Term / Temporary Insurance.

You can call us, schedule a consultation, or chat online to get a free, customized trucking insurance quote that fits your needs.

With hundreds of 5-star Google reviews and an A+ BBB rating, SCI has been the trusted choice for truckers nationwide for over 20 years, delivering affordable and reliable coverage for owner-operators and fleets alike.

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Commercial Trucks We Insure

We provide insurance for all types of commercial trucks and owner-operators at highly competitive rates.

Box Truck Insurance

Complete protection for straight/cube trucks — includes cargo, reefer breakdown, liability, and physical damage.

Hotshot Truck Insurance

Ideal for transporters without a CDL — get full protection for your time-sensitive deliveries.

Dump Truck Insurance

Covers dump trucks used for sand, gravel, and construction materials — including physical damage and liability.

Tow Truck Insurance

Comprehensive liability, garagekeepers, and on-hook coverage for towing professionals.

Private Carrier Insurance

Custom-built policies for private carriers, with insurance filings handled for interstate operations.

Owner Operator Insurance

Whether you’re leased or independent, we offer the right coverage for your truck and cargo.

Semi Truck Insurance

Get complete coverage for your heavy-duty semi trucks to protect against unexpected events.

Pickup Truck Insurance

From light to heavy duty, our plans include liability, uninsured motorist, and physical damage coverage.

Cargo Insurance

Protect your freight from loss or damage during transport — get your cargo insurance quote today.

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Southern Charm Insurance (SCI) specializes in commercial truck insurance for independent drivers and small fleets.

Licensed in 48 states

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WHAT IS COMMERCIAL TRUCK INSURANCE?

Commercial truck insurance is designed to protect your trucking business from financial losses due to accidents, property damage, or liability claims.

Typical coverage includes:

Bodily Injury & Property Damage Liability

Collision & Comprehensive Coverage

Uninsured / Underinsured Motorist Protection

At SCI, we make it simple — our experts customize your plan based on your truck type, cargo, and route so you’re covered where it matters most.

How to Get a Truck Insurance Quote

Step 1: Gather Your Information

Prepare your business name, USDOT number (if applicable), driver details, truck specs, cargo type, and preferred coverage.

Step 2: Request a Quote

📞 Call 828-785-1421 (Available 9 AM – 5 PM)
💻 Fill out our online form for a quick response.
📧 Or email us with your details for a custom quote.

Step 3: Review Your Options

We’ll present a tailored policy — covering liability, cargo, physical damage, and more.

Step 4: Get Insured

Once approved, we’ll finalize your policy and issue your Certificate of Insurance (COI) immediately.

How to Get a Truck Insurance Quote

Commercial truck insurance is essential for various businesses and owner-operators involved in trucking operations, including:

Trucking Companies: Businesses that own and operate commercial trucks for transporting goods or materials, whether it’s local or long-distance hauling.

Owner-Operators: Independent truck drivers who own and operate their trucks independently or lease them to companies for freight hauling.

Freight Brokers: Companies that arrange transportation services between shippers and carriers need commercial truck insurance to protect against liability risks associated with their operations.

Fleet Owners: Companies that own and manage fleets of commercial trucks, including delivery fleets, logistics companies, and rental truck businesses.

Specialized Trucking Operations: Businesses involved in specialized trucking operations, such as refrigerated transport, hazardous materials hauling, oversized load transportation, and flatbed trucking, require commercial truck insurance tailored to their specific needs and risks.

Contractors and Construction Companies: Businesses in the construction industry that use commercial trucks for hauling equipment, materials, or waste need commercial truck insurance to protect their assets and liabilities.

Interstate and Intrastate Carriers: Companies engaged in interstate or intrastate commerce, including those transporting goods across state lines or within a single state, require commercial truck insurance to comply with regulatory requirements and protect against potential liabilities.

STATE AND FEDERAL FILING FOR COMMERCIAL TRUCK INSURANCE

Commercial truck filings prove that you have Liability insurance to satisfy minimum federal and state requirements. Below are some common questions about insurance filings. For more information on insurance filings, and information by state, click here.

What are insurance filings? 

Insurance filings are documents submitted to regulatory authorities to demonstrate compliance with insurance requirements. They typically include proof of insurance coverage and details about the insured entity, such as vehicles, drivers, or businesses. These filings ensure that businesses and individuals meet legal obligations and maintain adequate insurance protection.

Federal and State Filings: What’s the difference? 

Federal filings are submitted to federal agencies, such as the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), for interstate commerce regulations. State filings are submitted to state departments of motor vehicles or insurance regulators to comply with state-specific insurance requirements, such as minimum liability coverage limits and proof of insurance.

Who Needs Insurance Filings? 

Businesses and individuals involved in commercial activities requiring insurance, such as trucking, transportation, and certain types of businesses, need insurance filings. This includes trucking companies, motor carriers, freight brokers, and other entities engaged in interstate or intrastate commerce. Insurance filings demonstrate compliance with legal requirements and help protect against liabilities associated with commercial operations.

How Do I Get a Filing? 

Your insurance carrier can assist you in insurance filing once you have purchased the required coverage completely. Once you have done the documentation of your truck insurance, your insurer can help you with the filing process.

COMMERCIAL TRUCKING INSURANCE FAQs

Commercial truck insurance is a collection of particular vehicle insurance plans created to cater to the demands of trucking companies. Your trucks are covered by standard commercial trucks insurance plans in the case of an accident. The majority of losses from a variety of risks are covered by collision and comprehensive coverage.

Commercial truck insurance provides coverage for various aspects of trucking operations, including:

Liability Coverage: This covers damages and injuries caused to others in an accident where the insured truck is at fault. It includes bodily injury liability, which pays for medical expenses and lost wages of injured parties, and property damage liability, which covers damage to other vehicles or property.

Physical Damage Coverage: Also known as collision coverage, this protects the insured truck against damage caused by collisions with other vehicles or objects, regardless of fault. It typically covers the cost of repairing or replacing the truck.

Comprehensive Coverage: This covers damage to the insured truck caused by non-collision incidents, such as theft, vandalism, fire, natural disasters, or falling objects.

Cargo Insurance: This covers the value of the cargo being transported in the event of theft, damage, or loss during transit. Cargo insurance can be tailored to specific types of cargo and transportation needs.

Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage: This protects the insured truck and its occupants if they are involved in an accident with a driver who lacks sufficient insurance coverage or is uninsured.

Medical Payments Coverage: This pays for medical expenses incurred by the driver and passengers of the insured truck, regardless of fault, in the event of an accident.

Trailer Interchange Coverage: This provides coverage for physical damage to trailers that are not owned by the insured but are in their care, custody, or control.

Non-Trucking Liability Coverage: Also known as bobtail insurance, this covers the truck when it is being driven without a trailer for personal use or under circumstances not related to business operations.

We provide cheap 24 to 72 hour plans for owner-operators who need short-term or temporary coverage to move a vehicle. For people who need to transport a truck from the place of purchase to their house or take one for repairs, these policies are helpful.

Physical damage and short-term main liability coverage are both offered.

Our short term policy pricings are listed as:

  • 1 days – $140
  • 2 days – $240
  • 3 days – $340
  • 4 days – $440
  • 5 days – $540

Trucking insurance covers damages such as collision, theft, fire, explosions, as well as various other physical damages.

The vehicle’s weight influences the cost of insurance policy. Higher coverage limits are needed for heavier vehicles, which raises the cost of insurance.

Trucking insurance might also be more costly in some locations. The cost of trucker’s insurance will be greater if you run your truck or vehicles primarily on congested roadways or in areas where the cost of living is high.

The cost of trucking insurance also depends on the kind and value of the cargo being transported.

Drivers or owners of larger vehicles like dump trucks, cargo vans, and automobiles weighing more than 15,000 pounds often require commercial truck insurance.

Typically, filings are finalized 48 hours after the request is made.

Your truck policy depends on the level of coverage you pick. However, if you take adequate commercial truck insurance then you protect your vehicles from events that could damage the truck and the drivers operating it. Whenever you buy a insurance policy, you need to look for:

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Don’t wait for an accident to expose your business. Protect your operations, reputation, and customers today with Garagekeepers Legal Liability Insurance from SCI.

Call us Monday to Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM for faster responses, or fill out our quick form below to get your quote instantly.

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