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1.  [Home](https://coverwhale.com/)
2.  [Coverage](https://coverwhale.com/coverage)
3.  Auto Liability

## What is Auto Liability Coverage?

Auto Liability insurance protects your business when your commercial vehicles cause bodily injury or property damage to others. This coverage is federally mandated for commercial motor carriers and provides financial protection against claims, lawsuits, and legal expenses.

### What's Covered

Bodily injury liability for third parties

Property damage liability for third-party vehicles and property

Medical payments for injured parties

Legal defense costs and court expenses

Settlement payments within policy limits

Uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage (where required)

## Why Choose Cover Whale for Auto Liability

Technology-driven underwriting and real-time risk monitoring deliver better coverage and lower costs

### Federal & State Compliance

Meet all FMCSA requirements and state-specific regulations with coverage limits up to $1M CSL.

### Safe Driver Discounts

Reward your safe drivers with competitive rates through DriveSmart monitoring and verified performance.

### Fast Bind Times

Get your fleet covered in under 18 minutes on average. No more waiting days or weeks for coverage.

### Admitted & Non-Admitted Options

Coverage available across 40+ states with both admitted and non-admitted options to fit your needs.

## Auto Liability Guidelines

Our underwriting standards and eligibility requirements

**Safety Discount:** Premium savings for safe driving based on verified performance

**Fleet Size:** Targeting 1-25 power units at bind

**Growth Allowance:** 2 additional power units per quarter allowed above the original cap of 25 units

**Technology Required:** Dashcam or ELD connection required for driver safety coaching and accurate claim dispute resolution

**Experience:** 2 years minimum driving experience with like vehicle

**Vehicle Classes:** Class 2 through 8 available - including hotshots

**Scheduling:** All drivers and vehicles must be scheduled to extend coverage

**Vehicle Age:** Tractors and trailers must be newer than 23 years old

**Non-Admitted States:** AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, ND, NE, NH, NJ, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, and WV

**Admitted States:** FL, GA, IL, NC, NM, NV, OH, SC, and WI with more coming soon!

## How DriveSmart Reduces Your Auto Liability Risk

Our continuous underwriting platform monitors your fleet 24/7, identifying risky behaviors before they become claims. Real-time driver coaching and automated endorsements keep your coverage accurate and your premiums competitive.

**Proactive Risk Detection:** 200+ automated checks daily identify speeding, harsh braking, and unsafe driving patterns

**Instant Coaching:** Drivers receive real-time feedback and personalized safety training to prevent accidents

**Lower Premiums:** Safe fleets earn premium savings based on verified performance data

[Learn more about DriveSmart technology](https://coverwhale.com/drivesmart)

## Ready to Get Auto Liability Coverage?

Cover Whale is exclusively available through licensed insurance agents. Talk to your agent about Cover Whale's competitive rates, fast quotes, and DriveSmart technology.

[View All Coverage Options](https://coverwhale.com/coverage)