Trucker Focus - Acuity Insurance

09/04/2026

Your operation runs on people—the drivers behind the wheel and the team supporting every mile.

When a work-related injury or illness happens, workers’ compensation insurance can help employees receive medical and wage benefits while helping protect the business that keeps them moving.

Protect your people. Protect what they help you deliver.

Learn more about workers’ compensation insurance from Acuity:
https://www.acuity.com/business/commercial-insurance-coverages/workers-compensation

09/01/2026

Driving a familiar route can feel routine—but no two trips are exactly the same.

Traffic changes. Weather shifts. Delivery areas get crowded. And familiarity can sometimes make changing conditions easier to overlook.

Whether the route is five miles or 500, every trip deserves your full attention and a fresh look.

What can make a familiar route more challenging from one day to the next?

08/28/2026

Pay matters—but it isn’t the whole story. Predictable home time, clear communication, and safe, reliable equipment can give good drivers more reasons to stay.

Read eight practical hiring and retention ideas:
https://www.acuity.com/the-focus/trucker/how-to-create-a-successful-driver-hiring-and-retention-strategy

08/21/2026

Adding drivers can mean more than updating your commercial auto coverage. It may also change payroll and employee exposures—factors that can affect workers’ compensation.

Because these coverages respond to different risks, fleet growth can be a good time to review both with your independent agent and see whether your protection still reflects the way your operation runs today.

Explore Acuity’s coverage options for trucking businesses: https://www.acuity.com/business/commercial-truck-insurance

08/19/2026

Growing a fleet is an exciting milestone. Whether you're adding trucks, bringing on new drivers, or expanding your operations, growth often comes with new opportunities and new considerations.

As your business evolves, it's important to make sure the decisions you make today can help support long-term success tomorrow. A proactive approach to planning, safety, and operational efficiency can help create a stronger foundation for continued growth while keeping your focus where it belongs—on the road ahead.

Learn how commercial auto insurance needs change as your business grows from one vehicle to a small fleet. Discover coverage considerations, cost drivers, and risk management strategies for scaling operations.

08/14/2026

A telematics alert can point to a moment. A good coaching conversation can help shape what happens next.

When fleet leaders look for patterns, ask for context, and use data to guide—not punish—telematics becomes more than another dashboard. It becomes a tool for more focused training, stronger communication, and safer habits behind the wheel.

How is your fleet turning telematics data into action?

08/11/2026

Technology helps keep a fleet moving—but every connection can introduce potential risk.

From electronic logging devices and dashcams to email and business systems, cybersecurity touches many parts of a motor carrier’s operation.

Explore eight practical ways to help protect your motor carrier business from cyberattacks: https://www.acuity.com/the-focus/trucker/8-tips-to-help-keep-your-motor-carrier-business-safe-from-cyber-attacks

Even if you don’t think a cyberattack could happen to you, take a moment to look around your operation—you may be more vulnerable than you think.

08/11/2026

Building a strong safety culture can start with a written program—but it’s often reinforced through everyday decisions.

From the expectations leaders set to the training employees receive and the way hazards, close calls and incidents are reviewed, many parts of a fleet operation can play a role.

Swipe through three areas fleet leaders may want to revisit as they continue strengthening their safety programs.

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08/11/2026

Eleven military veterans have been selected as semifinalists for the 2026 Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence Award. The annual program recognizes veterans who have successfully transitioned into careers as professional truck drivers.

Transition Trucking has revealed its Elite 11, honoring veterans who found their next mission behind the wheel. Find out who's in the running.

08/05/2026

By identifying gaps, making targeted changes, reviewing results, and adjusting as needed, fleet owners can make more informed decisions about their safety programs.

See how compliance, follow-through, and technology can support your operation’s performance and profitability.

Discover how safety compliance and the right technologies can improve your trucking operation's profitability. Learn how to leverage FMCSA regulations, DVIR inspections, and telematics to boost fleet efficiency and reduce costs.