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UPDATE Anderson Benson launches MotorCare, first-of-its-kind bus driver deductible forgiveness insurance Anderson Benson, a Nashville-based insurance and risk management firm that is a national leader in solutions for the entertainment industry, has launched a first-of-its-kind bus and motorcoach Driver Deductible Forgiveness Insurance called MotorCare by Anderson Benson. The program’s launch comes after three years of research and work with the bus and motor coach industry to deliver a product that would greatly benefit both drivers and employers. “For bus drivers in the entertainment and charter industry, typically they are solely responsible for $10,000 to $25,000 deductibles on the buses they drive for their employers,” said Brent Daughrity, partner at Anderson Benson and entertainment practice group lead. “Any repair on these vehicles is extremely expensive, so an accident can be crippling for a driver. For typically only three figures, our program will cover that deductible for drivers, potentially saving them tens of thousands of dollars in the case of an accident and protecting their livelihood in the process.” As noted, massive deductibles can be completely covered for a relatively nominal cost, giving drivers relief from the stress of covering a crippling deductible cost in the case of any accident. On top of this, as a bonus, bus and motor coach drivers will also be allotted $2,500 of personal coverage if, for example, anything personally owned is stolen from the cabin. “We believe Anderson Benson’s Bus Driver Deductible Forgiveness Insurance will greatly benefit the entire bus and motorcoach industry and protect long-term relationships between driver and employer,” Daughrity said. Anderson Benson has struck an exclusive deal with Sompo International to offer the program nationwide. Currently, the firm is focused on working directly with bus and motorcoach companies so that employers can comprehensively offer the product to all its drivers. Trans/Air announces changes to warranty department Trans/Air Manufacturing Corporation, Dallastown, PA, recently announced personnel changes in the warranty department. Jeff Kochenour has announced his retirement, and left Trans/ Air in September. Kochenour has been with Trans/Air for 11 years, all in the position of warranty manager. Jeff has handled the warranty department with care, striving to take care of each and every customer in a professional and timely manner. Craig Smith will be promoted to warranty manager. Smith has worn many hats during his 30-plus years at Trans/Air. With experience in production, installation, field service and technical assistance, Smith’s transition into the position of warranty manager is a perfect fit. Jennifer Wagner will continue in her current position of warranty administrator. With 13 years experience at Trans/Air and nine years in Warranty, Wagner will work with Smith to continue the level of warranty service customers expect from Trans/Air. BUS WASHING MADE EASY booth 1417 booth 401 booth 87 (203) 340-9388 [email protected] OCTOBER 2018 | BUSRIDE.COM | 9