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Commercial Auto Insurance  ·  MO  ·  IA  ·  KS  ·  IL

Protect Every Vehicle You Drive for Business.

Commercial Auto Insurance from Brawner Insurance covers vehicles used for business — delivery trucks, service vans, company cars, and fleets. We help businesses across Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, and Illinois find the right commercial auto coverage from multiple top carriers.

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Commercial Auto CoverageTrucks, vans, fleets & more
Independent AgencyWe shop 50+ carriers
4 States CoveredMO, KS, IA, IL
Local SupportTwo Missouri offices
Why It Matters

Why Businesses Choose Brawner Insurance

Personal auto insurance excludes business use — if you or your employees drive for work and have an accident, claims are typically denied. Without Commercial Auto Insurance, your business is exposed to massive liability, vehicle repair costs, and potential lawsuits.

As an independent insurance agency since 1992, Brawner Insurance helps businesses find the right Commercial Auto coverage from multiple top carriers. Whether you have one delivery van or a fleet of service trucks, we customize coverage to your industry, risk profile, and budget.

Commercial Auto Insurance
Higher Limitsliability protection built for business risks
Fleet-Readyscales from 1 vehicle to large fleets
Since 1992serving Midwest businesses and fleets

From delivery services and contractors to fleet operators and service businesses, Brawner Insurance helps Midwest companies protect every vehicle they drive for work. Our independent agency advantage means we shop multiple carriers for the best rates.

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Protect your business vehicles.

We will review your vehicles, drivers, and business use, compare quotes from multiple top carriers, and help you find affordable commercial auto coverage — at no cost to you.

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Coverage Options

Commercial Auto Through Brawner

Commercial Auto covers vehicles used for business purposes. Here is what is typically included.

Liability Coverage

Liability Coverage

Protects your business from lawsuits if your commercial vehicle causes bodily injury or property damage — covering legal fees, settlements, and medical costs.

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Physical Damage

Physical Damage

Collision and comprehensive coverage for your commercial vehicles — covering repairs or replacement from accidents, theft, vandalism, weather, and other covered perils.

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Uninsured Motorist

Uninsured Motorist

Protects your drivers and vehicles if hit by an uninsured or underinsured motorist — covering medical costs and vehicle damage when the other driver cannot pay.

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Hired Non-Owned Auto

Hired & Non-Owned Auto

Covers rented, leased, or employee-owned vehicles used for business — essential protection when your team uses personal cars for work or you rent vehicles.

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Fleet Management

Fleet Management

Many BOPs include valuable add-ons like data compromise coverage, employee dishonesty, outdoor signs, and spoilage — comprehensive protection in one affordable package.

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Every Business Is Different

Build your policy.

We tailor BOP coverage to your industry, size, and risk profile — every business is unique.

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Your Options

Commercial Auto vs. Personal Auto — Which Fits You?

Using personal auto insurance for business use leaves major gaps. Here is why commercial auto is essential for any business vehicle.

Option 1

Physical Damage

  • Covers temporary disabilities of weeks or months
  • Benefits begin after 0-14 day waiting period
  • Typically pays for 3-12 months
  • Replaces 60-70% of income during recovery
  • Ideal for surgeries, childbirth, short illnesses
  • Often offered through employers or individually

Best for: people who need immediate income protection for temporary setbacks.

Option 2

Uninsured Motorist

  • Covers serious disabilities lasting years
  • Benefits begin after 90-180 day waiting period
  • Typically pays until age 65 or 67
  • Replaces 50-70% of income long-term
  • Ideal for chronic illness, serious injury
  • Most critical coverage for professionals

Best for: professionals who need to protect decades of future earning potential.

Using your vehicle for business? You need commercial auto — we will explain exactly what you need.

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Not sure what coverage is right for you?

We will review your vehicles, drivers, and business use to recommend the right commercial auto coverage.

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Key Facts

What You Should Know About Commercial Auto

Understanding these key facts helps you choose the right commercial auto protection.

Personal Auto Gaps

Personal auto policies exclude business use — claims for work-related accidents are typically denied, leaving you personally liable.

Who Needs It

Any business that uses vehicles for deliveries, service calls, transporting tools, or hauling goods needs commercial auto insurance.

Higher Limits

Commercial auto offers much higher liability limits than personal auto — essential given the increased risks of business vehicle use.

Fleet-Friendly

Whether you have one vehicle or a fleet, commercial auto policies scale to your needs with unified billing and coverage.

Planning Tip: Do not wait for an accident to discover coverage gaps. If you use any vehicle for business, you need commercial auto insurance starting day one.

Our Process

How We Help You Choose

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Review Your Situation

We learn about your vehicles, drivers, business use, and coverage needs to recommend the right commercial auto policy.

2

Compare Carriers

We shop your commercial auto across top carriers to find competitive pricing and the right coverage features.

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Explain Your Options

We walk through coverages, limits, and exclusions in plain language — no insurance jargon.

4

Set Up and Support

We handle the application, paperwork, and stay available year-round for claims and questions.

Featured Insights

Insurance Insights & Education

Practical guidance to help you make confident insurance decisions.

Video

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Learn why constantly switching providers can create risks and what to consider instead.

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Real conversations about coverage, risks, and solutions for clients across the Midwest.

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Getting Started

How Commercial Auto Works

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Free Consultation

We start by understanding your vehicles, drivers, and business use so we can recommend the right commercial auto policy.

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Plan Comparison

We compare commercial auto policies from multiple top carriers, explaining coverages and costs in plain English.

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Easy Enrollment

Once you choose a policy, we handle the paperwork and make sure everything is in force.

4

Year-Round Support

Brawner Insurance is here all year for claims, billing questions, and annual reviews — you have a real advocate.

Client Reviews

Trusted by Businesses Across Missouri, Iowa, Kansas & Illinois

See why business owners across the Midwest trust Brawner Insurance for BOP coverage.

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Based on 80+ Google Reviews
Daniel Goodman
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"If you are shopping for peace of mind with insurance contact Caitlin Howe at Brawner. Not to mention correctly written policies, surprisingly good rates and excellent customer service."

Alyssa Baker
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"Caitlin Howe at Brawner Insurance was very helpful, and made sure everything was done perfectly. She made the process stress and worry free. Best insurance agent hands down I have worked with."

Corey S
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"Brawner recently quoted our district insurance. Jacob was professional and easy to work with. The Board of Directors chose VFIS through Brawner for the best and cost efficient coverage."

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Common Questions

Commercial Auto Insurance FAQ

What is Commercial Auto Insurance?

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Commercial Auto Insurance covers vehicles used for business purposes — delivery trucks, service vans, company cars, and fleets. It provides higher liability limits than personal auto and covers business-specific risks.

Who needs Commercial Auto Insurance?

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Any business that uses vehicles for work needs commercial auto — this includes delivery services, contractors, service businesses, fleet operators, and companies whose employees drive for work. Personal auto policies do not cover business use.

What does Commercial Auto cover?

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Commercial Auto covers liability for bodily injury and property damage, physical damage to your vehicles (collision and comprehensive), uninsured motorist protection, and hired/non-owned auto coverage for rented or employee vehicles used for business.

How much does Commercial Auto cost?

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Costs vary based on vehicle type, number of vehicles, drivers, driving records, coverage limits, and business use. Single commercial vehicles often start at $1,200-$2,400 annually. Brawner Insurance compares quotes from multiple top carriers.

What is Hired and Non-Owned Auto coverage?

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This coverage protects your business when employees drive rented, leased, or their own personal vehicles for work. It is essential if your team ever drives for business purposes — even occasionally.

Can Brawner Insurance help me find the right commercial auto policy?

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Yes — as an independent insurance agency, Brawner Insurance shops commercial auto coverage across multiple top carriers to find the right protection at a competitive rate. We work with businesses across Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, and Illinois.

Protect your business vehicles today.

Brawner Insurance helps businesses across the Midwest find affordable Commercial Auto Insurance from multiple top carriers — whether you have one vehicle or a fleet.

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Our Office Locations

Kirksville, MO

2605 N. Baltimore St., Kirksville, MO 63501

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Kahoka, MO

465 S. Johnson St., Kahoka, MO 63445

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