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broken lockThe Changing World of Cargo Theft

Cargo thieves aren’t just targeting high-end electronics and pharmaceuticals any more.  They’ve learned that stealing metals, food, tires, building materials, or just about any other consumer good, can be easy…and it pays.

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Is Your Cargo Adequately Insured?

cargoJust like a homeowner’s insurance policy, your cargo insurance policy has a limit.  If your limit is $50,000, then that is the maximum that will be paid to mitigate damages in the event you are involved in a covered cargo loss for which you are legally responsible.

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First Hour of Driving the Most Dangerous

drivingWhat is the most dangerous time of day to drive?  Accident statistics tell us that driving at night is dangerous, especially between the hours of midnight and 6 A.M. because of the prevalence of drowsy and alcohol-impaired drivers.  Driving during the morning and afternoon rush hours is also a dangerous time in congested areas.  A new study conducted by the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) now also points to the first hour of driving as the most dangerous for professional truck drivers. 

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Expecting a DOT Audit? 
Want to Improve Your Safety Program?

Trucks drivingFind out how Northland’s experienced staff of transportation safety professionals can help.  

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For One Company
Saving Fuel Leads to Safety Improvements and More

truck drivingHigh fuel prices are creating daunting challenges for trucking companies.  See how one longtime Northland customer has found that efforts to save fuel are paying off, and they are leading to other benefits too. 

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Special Offer on Accident Cameras

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For a limited time, get reduced pricing on disposable accident cameras from CS Industries.  Now through August 15, 2008, disposable cameras are $3.50 (regularly $4.00).  Shipping and handling is free for orders of ten or more cameras. 

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You Can be a Winner!

Enter Northland's 2009 Calendar Photo Contest for a chance to win cash and have your photo featured in our 2009 calendar.

For contest rules, terms, and conditions, go to: www.truckinsurance.com

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Drive Times is a quarterly Northland Insurance Safety and Loss Control newsletter for truck owners.
Drive Times is written and produced by Risk Control Services
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