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     A rated carrier
     6 and 12 month policy terms
        available
     California only at this time
     Easy to bind with multiple payment
        options (including BTIS finance)
     SR-22 available (for a fee)
     24-hour Claims reporting
     Maximum of 20 operating vehicles
        for coverage per policy
     Vehicles up to 54,000 GVW allowed
     Most vehicle use ok (on a case by
        case basis)
     Up to 500 mile driving radius
     Waiver of Subrogation or Additional
        Insured ($25 each)
     Discounts available

Builders & Tradesmen's Insurance Services, Inc. is very pleased to announce the Infinity Commercial Vehicle Program. This program provides commercial vehicle insurance tailor-made to meet the specific needs of business owners in the state of California! This program specializes in businesses that operate light vehicles on a local basis (up to 500 miles). This program welcomes small to medium sized businesses - including new ventures - with up to 20 vehicles. This program insures many types of business use including farms, contractors, service, delivery, sales, etc. This program targets pick-up trucks, vans and utility vehicles and will accept some vehicles up to 54,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight. Whether you have one vehicle or a small fleet, we can provide the coverage you need.

Send us your business today!Fax the submission requirements to 916.772.9292 Attn: Auto Department.

 

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Program Appetite

The program is seeking risks with vehicles that meet the following characteristics
  • Up to 20 vehicles in the fleet.
  • Farm - Vehicles used strictly on a farm except for incidental trips.
  • Artisan - Owner operator pick-ups, vans, utility vehicles and autos used exclusively by small businesses to transport equipment, tools, and supplies to and from a job location with 3 or fewer stops per day.
  • Service - service/contractors; vehicles used in business to transport tools, equipment and supervisory personnel to and from a job site with 4-6 stops per day.
  • Commercial - Vehicles with greater than 6 stops per day that do not belong in Heavy or Delivery use classes.
  • Heavy - Vehicles which represent a high degree of risk because of load or manner of operation. Most dump trucks, trucks hauling rock, brick, debris, furniture movers, catering (food served from vehicle), and security services.
  • Delivery - Vehicles used for residential/retail delivery of newspapers, mail, furniture, appliances, small packages, and other courier services. Delivery subject to time constraints is unacceptable.
  • Personal - Vehicles used primarily for personal use and garaged at a private residence.
  • Food Services - Vehicles used to support business by delivering prepared food, picking up supplies, running errands, etc. Delivery subject to time constraints is unacceptable.

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Ineligible Risks
  • Anything that carries people (fellow employees are OK)
  • Interstate or radius greater than 500 miles
  • Risks regularly traveling outside the state of California
  • Garbage Trucks, Logging Trucks or Steel haulers
  • Emergency Vehicles
  • Tow Trucks or wreckers
  • Vehicles carrying explosive or flammable materials
  • Companies that lease or rent vehicles to others.
  • Time constraint delivery
  • Mobile equipment
  • Repossession businesses
  • Drivers with suspended, canceled or revoked licenses - unless excluded from the policy (cannot exclude registered owner)
  • Vehicles with a GVW in excess of 54,000 pounds
  • Tandem or double trailers
  • Vehicles requesting Physical Damage coverage with a stated amount values greater than $99,999
  • Drivers with more than 11 surcharge points
  • Any private passenger auto with a value over $60,000 if Physical Damage coverage is requested

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Binding Authority

There is no binding authority for this program. All accounts are subject to company underwriting and review.

Rating, Discounts & Fees

Fees

  • SR-22 - $50.00 for each new SR-22 (named insured/spouse only), $25 for renewals or to reinstate an existing filing
  • Installment Fee - $10.00 non-EFT, $5.00 with EFT
  • Late Fee - $15.00
  • NSF Fee - $20.00
  • Waiver of Subrogation - $25.00 for each waiver
  • Additional Insured - $25.00 for each additional insured
Discounts
  • Combination Discount - applies to those who qualify depending on a combination of factors including:
  • Financial Responsibility
  • Proof of Prior Insurance - discount amount depends on the length and type of prior insurance, and the number of days lapse. Prior insurance type may be personal or commercial and the name on the prior declaration must match the named insured. Acceptable proof of prior insurance includes offer to renew or non-renewal notice, declarations page or computer generated ID card.
Prior BI Limits
  • Commercial General Liability (CGL) - available when proof of a CGL policy has been provided by the names insured.
  • Paid-in-Full Discount - outside premium finance not eligible
Available Radius Options Up To:
  • 50 miles
  • 100 miles
  • 200 miles
  • 300 miles
  • 500 miles

Policy Territory

Out of state exposure is not offered (California risks only). Policy coverage applies within the United States of America, its territories and possessions, and Canada or between their ports. The policy does not apply in Mexico. Insureds operating their vehicles in Mexico should secure an automobile policy from an authorized Mexican insurance company at the point of entry.

There are restrictions for policies with certain risk characteristics. Please see the Call for Prior Approval section for details.

** PD Liability limits may not be higher than the per person BI Liability limits

**** Hired and Non-owned Liability coverages must be written together and are required coverage for MCP 65 filings

Submission Requirements

Submissions should include:

  • Acord 125 and Acord 127 applications with complete vehicle ID numbers
  • Complete Driver List with current MVR's
  • Four (4) years hard copy loss runs
    Fax applications to 916.772.9292 attn: Auto Department

    Claims

    Report claims to the following
    800.334.1661
    24 hours, 7 days a week

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    Frequently Asked Questions


    What is the desired premium?

    Any size premium is acceptable.

    What does Infinity accept for Proof of Prior Coverage needed to attain better discounts?

    A declaration page, an offer to renew or non-renewal notice, or a company generated ID card. The prior insurance type may be personal or commercial and the name on the prior declaration must match the named insured. Prior coverage with any of the Infinity insurance companies, including Leader, will not be considered for discount purposes. The prior insurance selection may be one of the following:

    • Less than six months and/or any policy with 8 or more days lapse in coverage
    • Six to eleven months - Personal insurance
    • Six to eleven months - Commercial insurance
    • Twelve months or greater - Personal insurance

    Does having a Commercial General Liability (CGL) policy in force allow the insured to receive a better discount?

    Yes, Infinity offers a policy level CGL discount when proof of an active commercial general liability policy is provided by the named insured.

    Does Infinity write coverage on vehicles used for personal purposes?

    Yes with an additional surcharge for personal use and if accompanied by a vehicle with business use.

    Who must be listed on Infinity's application?

    All persons who drive vehicles must be listed on the policy. Discovery of unlisted drivers may lead to a denial of coverage and/or addition of the driver back to policy inception.


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     Edition 8/23/07

    This information is provided as a guideline only and is subject to change with or without notice.

    © Copyright 2007 Builders & Tradesmen's Insurance Services, Inc. • 6610 Sierra College Boulevard • Rocklin, California 95677
    Phone: 916.772.9200 - Fax: 916.772.9292 • CDI #0D10271 • All non-admitted business is placed through LAE Insurance Services, Inc. CDI # 0E44215