Every type of motor vehicle in the UK is legally required to have at least third party insurance before they can be driven, naturally this includes lorries. Lorries are usually used for business or commercial purposes so they are characteristically different from most other vehicles. This is why lorry insurance is offered by reputable online brokers as a specialised policy which can be compared through their wide range of insurance partnerships. There are many types of lorry insurance for haulage companies and sole operators, it’s considered essential for the success of a haulage business to provide adequate cover for:-
- Lorries
- Goods
- Equipment
- Staff
Compare prices
While cheap lorry insurance covers fire or theft of your vehicle you should check the wording before buying. This type of policy generally doesn’t provide cover for stock, equipment, transportation of goods or staff. Established online brokers recommend fully comprehensive insurance which may be slightly more expensive, however in the long run it may prove worthwhile. Take a moment to think what would happen if you didn’t have comprehensive cover and you or one of your staff had an accident for which you were at fault.
You could face huge legal costs from a client whose goods may have been damaged or destroyed or from a member of the public for driver negligence. Let reputable online insurance brokers compare lorry insurance for you which are competitive without compromising on cover level.
Cover choices
Don’t think that ordinary car insurance will provide the necessary cover for your lorry, it won’t. Speak to brokers today about:-
- Goods in transit insurance – this will protect vehicles’ loads against damage and provides peace of mind if an accident does occur the goods in transit can be claimed for.
- Public Liability – this type of insurance covers the legal costs associated with any claim made against you by a member of the public or a customer, protects you or if someone is injured by your vehicle.
- European lorry insurance – this type of cover is strongly recommended by brokers, it’s specifically designed for lorries that are driven abroad in Europe for business reasons.
Cost of insurance
Brokers will assess the cost of lorry insurance based on numerous factors such as your age, driving experience, any driving convictions and the type of lorry you drive. Rest assured insurance specialists can offer cost-effective lorry insurance no matter how many vehicles you own.










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