Tradies know the drill when it comes to doing things the proper way. They know the tools they’ll need, the team they’ll need, and the materials needed to get the job done.
When it comes to bringing a truck(s) into the business, the last thing a tradie wants to do is dive in unprepared.
For times like this, it pays to have the experts like Truck Assist in a tradie’s corner.
Rolling coverage
Truck Assist – and parent company NTI – has been helping Aussies with their trucking insurance needs for about 50 years.
In all those years, the business has prided itself on having the know-how and connections to help set would-be truck owners on the right road.
This includes a lot of tradies, which NTI National Development Manager Craig Carmody said was becoming increasingly common.
“A lot of tradies don’t consider themselves truck drivers, and therefore may not have relationships with those truck dealers and the network that supports them,” he said.
“However, it’s interesting that most truck manufacturers acknowledge that tradies are certainly a target market and therefore offer solutions like “Ready to work” and “Built to Go” within their range of vehicles.”
New wheels
Tradies might know the ins and outs of residential build, but Craig said there’s plenty of important factors they may not consider when it comes to picking a truck to support their business.
“Firstly, its important to consider the size of the truck – will it be big or small, rigid or articulated?,” Craig said.
“Does it need to be a Pantech or a tray, does it need a tailgate lifter or crane?”
“Then there’s payload. If you’re a bricky, do you need to put a palette of bricks in the back?
“Another consideration is your licensing requirements – and considering what licences your team has. Can you drive the truck you want with a car license?
Craig added the fuel type was another major consideration, with many businesses now eager to make the most from sustainability incentives through hybrid and electric fuel systems.
Tricks of the trade
Those few considerations are just the tip of the iceberg, however.
That’s why tradies can trust Truck Assist to help with some of the more complex conundrums they may encounter when bringing trucks into their business.
A tradie’s vehicle is like their power tools – absolutely vital for getting the job done, keeping the dollars rolling in and providing great customer service.
“Tools are the lifeblood for tradies, and trucks are a tool as well,” Craig said.
“It’s the same philosophy – you’ve got to protect your tools to protect your income, and your truck is an important asset in your tool kit.”
With this in mind, Craig said it was crucial tradies chooses a policy that gives them peace of mind, ensuring their truck is properly covered.
Truck Assist offers a bunch of different packages catered to various needs for Australian truck owners.
This includes the Drive Pack Plus, which is especially tailored to SMEs. It can include extras including Work Tools Cover as well, making it ideal for tradies to protect their tools while they’re on
the road*.
Simple support
No matter what insurance policy or roadside option you choose, Truck Assist’s dedicated team is on-hand 24/7 to provide assistance no matter where you are in Australia.
“We have a simple process and national network to ensure you have support when you need it most,” Craig said.
Truck Assist’s fair dinkum approach means getting a package that suits a tradie’s specific needs is a piece of cake.
“We try to get rid of the jargon, we keep it simple with customers,” Craig added.
“We try and make it really easy to access the network that has been established.
“We’ve supported over 300,000 trucks since Truck Assist was established.”
*Limits and exclusions apply. This article contains general information only. When making decisions about our insurance, consider the PDS and TMD on nti.com.au. National Transport Insurance is an equal joint venture administered on behalf of the insurers (CGU Insurance ABN 11 000 016 722 AFSL 227681 & Vero Insurance ABN 48 005 297 807 AFSL 230859) by its manager NTI Limited ABN 84 000 746 109 AFSL 237246.