Bobtail
Term · Insurance and risk management · MLC-T-INS-000582
Describing a tractor unit operating without an attached trailer. This occurs when a truck driver is traveling to pick up a new load, returning to a terminal, or moving between locations without cargo. Insurance for bobtailing is distinct from coverage when the tractor is pulling a loaded trailer.
| Identifier | MLC-T-INS-000582 |
|---|---|
| Field | Insurance and risk management |
| Subject | Commercial Auto |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-INS-000582",
"term": "Bobtail",
"field": "Insurance and risk management",
"definition": "Describing a tractor unit operating without an attached trailer. This occurs when a truck driver is traveling to pick up a new load, returning to a terminal, or moving between locations without cargo. Insurance for bobtailing is distinct from coverage when the tractor is pulling a loaded trailer.",
"subject": "Commercial Auto",
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/insurance/bobtail/"
}
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