Safety

Since our founding in 2004, Emerald Charters has traveled well over one million accident-free miles. This is not by accident.

Things we do for your safety

  • We will switch drivers en-route if needed to make sure you have a fresh driver at all times.
  • We do not allow one driver to drive straight through the night from 10 pm to 6 am.
  • During long layovers, we will provide a hotel room for the driver so they can be fully rested for the long drive home.

Our motorcoaches are inspected numerous times throughout the year by the Oregon Department of Transportation, the US Department of Transportation, and the Department of Defense.

Throughout the years we have maintained the highest safety ratings for motorcoach operators. We carry $5 million in insurance through Lancer Insurance, the premier motorcoach insurer.

In addition to our own Service Department, our motor coaches are serviced by some of the best shops on the West Coast. We do not skimp on parts or maintenance and replace most parts long before their life expectancy is over. This results in infrequent breakdowns and fewer interruptions to your travel plans.

Most of our coaches are equipped with Onspot automatic tire chains for winter travel in the mountains.

You can find out more about the Onspot system here:

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