


The Australian truck industry is one of the largest industries in the country and is absolutely essential for the transportation of goods and for keeping the economy going. Owner-driver truck operators are an essential part of the industry and this is a popular business model for many small to medium businesses. However, it does mean that the responsibility for arranging…

The owner- driver subcontracting business model has become a major feature of the Australian transport sector. Drivers of trucks and courier vehicles are often now in effect small businessmen, whose major tangible asset is their vehicle. Protecting your livelihood means protecting your vehicle. Sadly, many standard insurance packages leave owner-drivers short- changed when it comes to replacing a vehicle damaged…