Drive Your Business Forward, not Backwards: Insurance Tips for Utilizing Your Vehicle for Business Errands
Jennifer Lindsay, of Goosehead Insurance, explains how to properly insure your vehicle to protect your assets.
As a business owner, do you use your personally owned car for business or occasional business errands? It is important to understand the implications of using your personal car for business purposes. While it may seem like an easy solution, it can also have serious consequences if not handled properly.
One of the main concerns is the issue of liability. If you are using your personal car for business purposes and are involved in an accident, you may be held personally liable for any damages or injuries that occur. This means that, for a business exposure, your personal assets could be at risk if you are found to be at fault.
To avoid this risk, it is recommended that you obtain commercial auto insurance for any vehicles used for business purposes. This type of insurance is specifically designed to cover the unique risks associated with using a vehicle for business purposes. Another option may be to add non-owned auto liability coverage, to cover your personally owned auto, to your business’s general liability policy.
Another important consideration is the impact on your personal car insurance policy. If you use your personal car for business purposes without disclosing it to your insurance company, your policy may not cover any damages or injuries that occur while using your car for business purposes. This could result in significant out-of-pocket expenses if you are involved in an accident.
To avoid this issue, it is important to disclose any business use of your personal car to your insurance agent or company to ensure that you have appropriate coverage in place.
Overall, while using your personal car for business purposes may seem like a convenient solution, it is important to understand the potential risks and take appropriate steps to protect yourself and your business. By obtaining commercial auto insurance and disclosing any business use of your personal car to your insurance company, you can help ensure that you are adequately protected in the event of a vehicle accident or other liability.
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