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Progressive to Buy Transportation Insurer Protective in $338 Million Dealhttps://www.iamagazine.com/news/progressive-to-buy-transportation-insurer-protective-in-338-million-dealProgressive to Buy Transportation Insurer Protective in $338 Million DealThe acquisition allows Progressive to add products for larger fleets and brings expertise in workers comp coverage for the transportation industry, which are new areas of business for Progressive.2/17/2021 2:00:00 PMIn the NewsTrucking In the NewsNewsOlivia Overman
Help Trucking Clients Mitigate Ransomware Risks https://www.iamagazine.com/markets/help-trucking-clients-mitigate-ransomware-risksHelp Trucking Clients Mitigate Ransomware Risks All businesses, and in particular trucking, should be aware of the increasing cyberattack risk which has ballooned during the pandemic. Here are some ways agents can help their trucking clients protect themselves.2/8/2021 11:05:00 AMTruckingCyber Liability TruckingMarketsMeshach Weber
Hit the Road: 3 Ways to Give Truckers Value for Moneyhttps://www.iamagazine.com/markets/hit-the-road-3-ways-to-give-truckers-value-for-moneyHit the Road: 3 Ways to Give Truckers Value for MoneyWhile hard market conditions continue within the trucking industry, clients continue to shop around for better rates. Here are three ways to assist clients in getting the best rate and coverage to meet their needs.1/25/2021 11:15:00 AMTruckingTrucking Commercial LinesMarketsOlivia Overman
Keep on Truckin’: Why the Trucking Industry Is Looking to Freight for Success in 2021https://www.iamagazine.com/markets/keep-on-truckin-why-the-trucking-industry-is-looking-to-freight-for-success-in-2021Keep on Truckin’: Why the Trucking Industry Is Looking to Freight for Success in 2021The trucking industry is leading the charge in quelling consumers appetites for critical goods during the coronavirus pandemic. As more people work from home and consumer demand continues, could the industry be poised for success in 2021? 1/11/2021 11:20:00 AMTruckingCommercial Lines TruckingMarketsOlivia Overman
From the Front Lines: Truckinghttps://www.iamagazine.com/markets/from-the-front-lines-trucking1From the Front Lines: Trucking"Historically, trucking was a high initial investment and a sophisticated industry to enter," says independent agent Kelley Culley. "But in the past few years, many of those barriers to entry have dissolved."1/11/2021 11:15:00 AMTruckingTrucking Commercial LinesMarketsOlivia Overman
Telematics Provide Opportunity to Protect Pandemic’s Unlikely Heroeshttps://www.iamagazine.com/markets/telematics-provide-opportunity-to-protect-pandemic-s-unlikely-heroesTelematics Provide Opportunity to Protect Pandemic’s Unlikely HeroesDuring the pandemic delivery drivers emerged as essential workers to keep the U.S. economy moving. With reliance on commercial fleets increasing, business owners are willing to invest to improve safety through telematics solutions, presenting a prime growth area for commercial agents. 1/4/2021 11:00:00 AMAutoCommercial Lines TruckingMarketsWill Jones