Core Viewpoint - The insurance market for freight trucks is facing significant challenges, with rising premiums and increasing difficulty in obtaining coverage, impacting the livelihoods of truck drivers and the logistics industry as a whole [5][6][7]. Group 1: Rising Insurance Costs - Truck drivers are experiencing substantial increases in insurance premiums, with some reporting hikes of nearly 40% year-over-year [2][4]. - The cost of insurance for new energy trucks is particularly high, with premiums often exceeding those of traditional fuel vehicles by 20%-30% due to the high costs associated with their components [4][7]. Group 2: Difficulty in Obtaining Coverage - Many truck drivers face outright refusals from insurance companies, with reports of over 20 companies rejecting applications based on perceived high risks associated with certain vehicle types [2][4]. - The insurance companies often cite high accident rates and the complexity of long-distance driving as reasons for their reluctance to provide coverage [4][6]. Group 3: Industry and Regulatory Response - The insurance industry is under pressure to adapt its risk assessment models to better accommodate the unique challenges of insuring freight trucks, including the need for more precise data on driving behavior and vehicle operation [7][8]. - Regulatory bodies have issued guidelines to prevent insurance companies from denying coverage to eligible vehicles, but enforcement remains inconsistent [6][8]. Group 4: Potential Solutions - Collaboration between insurance companies, regulatory agencies, and the trucking industry is essential to develop more accurate risk assessment models and improve the insurance landscape for freight trucks [7][8]. - Implementing incentives for safety measures, such as subsidies for vehicles equipped with advanced safety technology, could help lower premiums and improve coverage availability [8].