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Commercial Auto Liability

Required by FMCSA. Covers bodily injury and property damage to others.

Who needs it

Every for-hire motor carrier operating in the U.S. — from a single owner-operator to large fleets.

What it covers

  • Bodily injury to third parties
  • Property damage to others
  • Legal defense costs
  • Federal MCS-90 endorsement available

Common claim examples

  • Your driver rear-ends a passenger vehicle on I-40 — medical bills and vehicle damage are covered.
  • A jackknife incident damages the highway guardrail and a parked car.

FAQs

What limits do I need?
FMCSA minimums range from $750,000 to $5,000,000 depending on what you haul. Most shippers and brokers require $1,000,000.
Does it cover my own truck?
No — that's Physical Damage. Auto Liability only pays for damage you cause to others.