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Commercial Auto Insurance in New York


A personal auto policy stops paying the moment a vehicle is working for a business. We write commercial auto for vans, trucks and fleets across the NY metro area, and we'll walk you through which coverages your operation actually needs before you buy.

What a Commercial Auto Policy Covers

Personal policies exclude business use and can deny claims on it. Commercial auto fills that gap. Here's each piece in plain English.

Commercial Liability

Pays for injuries and property damage your business vehicles cause to others. NY sets minimum limits, but for commercial use we recommend going higher.

Collision

Repairs or replaces your commercial vehicle after a crash, regardless of fault. Your lender requires it if the vehicle is financed or leased.

Comprehensive

The non-collision damage to your commercial vehicles: theft, vandalism, fire, weather, or hitting an animal.

Uninsured Motorist

Protects your driver and your business when the vehicle is hit by an uninsured or underinsured driver.

Medical Payments / PIP

Pays medical expenses for your driver and passengers after an accident, regardless of fault.

Cargo / Contents

Optional coverage for tools, equipment, or goods being transported in your commercial vehicle.

What's Generally Not Covered

  • Personal use trips not disclosed at policy inception
  • Racing or stunt driving
  • Intentional acts
  • Employee-owned vehicles, which need non-owned auto coverage
  • Rideshare driving without the proper endorsement

Common Questions

Answered the way we'd answer them on the phone.

When Does a Vehicle Need a Commercial Auto Policy?

Any vehicle used primarily for business — deliveries, client visits, hauling equipment, or transporting employees — should have a commercial auto policy. Personal policies exclude business use and can deny claims.

Can I Insure a Mixed Fleet of Trucks and Vans Together?

Yes — we can write fleet policies covering multiple vehicles of different types under a single policy, often at a better rate than insuring each separately.

What If My Employees Drive Their Own Cars for Work?

You need a non-owned auto liability endorsement or policy. This covers your business liability when employees use personal vehicles for work purposes.

Does Commercial Auto Cover Tools Inside the Vehicle?

Standard commercial auto typically doesn't cover tools and equipment. You need an inland marine or tools & equipment policy for that — which we can bundle with your commercial auto.

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We quote single work vehicles and full fleets. Send the basics through the form and a licensed NY agent will shop it across 30+ carriers for the best rate we can find.

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