
Trucking Insurance in Florida
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Operating a Trucking Business in Florida
Operating a trucking business in Florida requires navigating a specialized regulatory environment. Whether you’re an owner-operator based in Miami, a fleet serving the agricultural heartland of the Everglades, or an interstate carrier moving goods through the I-10 corridor, meeting Florida's unique insurance requirements is vital.
Florida is a "no-fault" state, which adds a layer of complexity to commercial insurance. Beyond standard liability, Florida motor carriers must account for Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and weigh-based liability minimums that differ from federal standards for intrastate work. The state’s geography—from the massive Port of Miami to the high-traffic "I-4 corridor" connecting Tampa and Orlando—presents diverse risks including extreme seasonal weather and dense urban congestion. These factors influence both your insurance requirements and the coverage options available to protect your business from the "Sunshine State's" unique road hazards.
Our trucking insurance specialists work with carriers licensed to operate in Florida and understand the specific filings required by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV). Whether you are hauling fresh produce or oversized construction equipment, we help you secure coverage that meets all state and federal requirements at competitive rates.
Florida Insurance Requirements
Federal Requirements for Interstate Carriers
Interstate carriers based in or traveling through Florida must meet FMCSA minimums.
- Primary Liability: $750k ($1M recommended)
- Cargo Insurance: Required for for-hire
- BMC-91X Filing: Proof of federal liability
Florida Intrastate Requirements
Florida mandates weight-based liability limits and specific no-fault PIP coverage for intrastate carriers.
No-Fault PIP & Weight Limits
Florida requires $10,000 Personal Injury Protection (PIP) for ALL vehicles. Liability limits are based on Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW).
Coverage Types Required in Florida
*Workers' Comp rules vary; typically required for 4+ employees (1+ in construction).
Major Freight Corridors
- 01I-95 South
Connecting Miami to JAX and the East Coast artery.
- 02I-4 Corridor
Orlando-Tampa link; extremely congested & high accident risk.
- 03I-75 Gulf Coast
Primary route for agriculture and goods from the Midwest.
FL Industries & Risks
- Port Drayage
Miami, Everglades, & JAX require UIIA-compliant policies.
- Agriculture
Hauling citrus/produce requires Reefer Breakdown coverage.
- Hurricanes
Tropical storms increase risk of physical damage & cargo loss.
What Affects Your Florida Rates
Florida rates are influenced heavily by litigation risks in metro areas and the mandatory costs of PIP coverage.
Miami-Dade & Broward carriers pay significantly higher liability premiums.
Mandatory PIP adds a base cost to every commercial policy in the state.
Coastal zones see higher Physical Damage rates due to hurricane threats.
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