While liability insurance protects against damage to others, physical damage insurance protects the commercial vehicle you own, lease, or finance.
This coverage helps repair or replace vehicles when they are damaged by accidents, weather events, theft, vandalism, or other covered incidents.
It is essential for businesses that rely on their vehicles every day to generate revenue.
Physical damage insurance applies to a wide variety of equipment used in business operations, including:
Tow trucks and recovery vehicles
Cargo vans used by contractors or service professionals
Box trucks for delivery and logistics
Hotshot trucks hauling equipment or materials
Dump trucks and vocational units
Flatbeds and hauling vehicles
Regional and long-haul tractors
Small and growing commercial fleets
Whether operating locally or across state lines, protecting the vehicle itself is a critical part of risk management.
This coverage is typically structured to address:
Collision damage from accidents
Comprehensive losses such as fire, theft, or severe weather
Vandalism or non-collision incidents
Repair or replacement costs based on vehicle value
Policies can be tailored based on equipment type, financing requirements, and operational exposure.
Lenders and leasing companies often require physical damage coverage to protect their financial interest in the vehicle.
Maintaining proper coverage helps ensure compliance with financing agreements while safeguarding the business from unexpected repair costs.
A service van operating locally faces different exposure than a dump truck on job sites or a delivery vehicle running daily routes.
Coverage is structured based on vehicle value, usage, storage location, and risk profile to ensure appropriate protection.
Without physical damage coverage, businesses may be forced to absorb repair or replacement costs on their own, potentially interrupting operations.
This policy helps companies recover quickly and keep vehicles on the road.