A type of insurance coverage that provides liability protection for an insured business when they use vehicles that they do not own, such as rented or leased vehicles, or when employees use their personal vehicles for business purposes. This coverage has two main components:
- Hired Auto Coverage: This part of the policy provides liability protection when a business rents or leases a vehicle for business purposes. It covers the business for damages or injuries caused by the rented or leased vehicle while it is being used for business activities. This coverage typically includes both bodily injury and property damage liability.
- Non-Owned Auto Coverage: This part of the policy provides liability protection when employees use their personal vehicles for business purposes. It covers the business for damages or injuries caused by the employee's personal vehicle while it is being used for business activities. This coverage is important because personal auto insurance policies may not provide coverage for accidents that occur during business use.