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This page offers a clear guide to Tautliner and Curtainsider truck insurance, explaining what it covers, why it's essential for commercial vehicles, and how it protects your truck, cargo, and business operations.
Do you own or operate a Tautliner or Curtainsider truck? You know these workhorses are vital for your business, moving goods every day. But what if something goes wrong? From accidents to theft, unexpected events can cause huge problems. Our special insurance is here to protect your valuable truck, the goods you carry, and your entire business from these headaches.
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Questions about Tautliner / Curtainsider Insurance and General Enquiries
They are basically the same thing! 'Tautliner' is actually a popular brand name that became so common people use it for any truck with the 'curtainsider' design. Both refer to a truck with flexible side curtains for easy loading and unloading.
Yes, a good Tautliner/Curtainsider insurance policy usually includes specific coverage for the goods you're transporting. This protects your cargo against loss, damage, or theft while it's on your truck.
Yes, like most commercial vehicles, you are legally required to have at least basic third-party insurance to operate a Tautliner or Curtainsider truck on public roads. Comprehensive cover offers much better protection for your own vehicle and business.
Truck insurance typically consists of liability coverage, cargo coverage, comprehensive coverage, and personal accident insurance. We can tailor options to suit you.
A few factors that can affect your premium include the type of vehicle you drive, your driving record, the type and amount of coverage you choose, and the amount of your excess also known as a deductible.
You can lower your truck insurance premium by increasing your excess, shopping around for the best rate by using us as your insurance broker (we do the work for you!), and maintaining a good driving record.
In the event of an accident or claim, you should contact your us or your insurer right away.
Yes, if you need full comprehensive coverage on the trailer you will need to list the trailer on your policy. Some policies will include some default coverage up to a certain limit (usually $50,000 to 100,000) but this is usually for a liability aspect only.
Yes, comprehensive truck insurance policies provide coverage for theft and fire.
Generally speaking, you will need to take out dangerous goods liability coverage for protection. These limits can range so it's important you talk to us.
It's important to note though that some policies will have radius limits on them depending what you declared when setting up the policy. If you go outside of this radius limit there may be extra excesses applicable or issues in a claim.
Shielded uses quite a few when we quote and compare. These include Zurich, NTI, HMIA, Penn, Global Transport (GT), ATL, CGU, Vero, Hollard, Allianz, and QBE. Keep in mind we're not limited to these insurers, others do exist. It all comes down to what type of truck it is and what the purpose the truck will be used for.
