Daimler Truck Financial Services USA LLC (DTFS), the captive finance partner of Daimler Truck North America LLC, and GEICO announced the launch of Connected Insurance, a new data-driven insurance program designed to help Freightliner and Western Star owner-operators and small fleets save on premiums while also promoting safer driving.
The program is contracted through DTFS’s subsidiary, Daimler Truck Insurance Agency LLC.
Connected Insurance enhances GEICO’s DriveEasy Pro program, leveraging data to reward safe driving.
Freightliner and Western Star customers can voluntarily share their real-time Detroit Connect telematics data and take advantage of the benefits without installing additional on-board diagnostics or dashcam hardware, enabling more accurate underwriting and streamlining the claims experience.
Eligible customers can save up to 10% on their commercial vehicle insurance premiums.
“Daimler Truck Financial Services will always be focused on delivering comprehensive and innovative financial solutions tailored to the unique needs of our customers,” said Kevin Bangston, president and CEO of Daimler Truck Financial Services North America. “This strategic partnership with GEICO introduces a smart, data-driven insurance option that helps our customers reduce one of their largest operational expenses.”
The launch comes at a critical time for the trucking industry.
According to the American Transportation Research Institute, insurance costs rank as the fourth-highest challenge for carriers, particularly for small businesses.
Connected Insurance addresses this directly by making quality coverage more accessible and affordable, supporting the long-term success of independent drivers and small fleets.
“Real-time data from Daimler Trucks’ telematics platform allows us to better assess risk, reward safe driving, and deliver meaningful savings to our customers,” said Chris Sions, GEICO’s head of partnerships. “Expanding our commercial trucking insurance nationwide requires strong partnerships like the one we’ve built with Daimler Truck Financial Services.”
GEICO’s entry into the commercial trucking space expands coverage options tailored specifically for Freightliner and Western Star customers.
Developed with input from owner-operators and industry professionals, the program combines real-world telematics data with advanced analytics to offer competitive rates backed by Berkshire Hathaway.
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