Contract Logistics Solution

Dedicated
Trucking

Exclusive vehicles and drivers dedicated to your freight operations. Guaranteed capacity, scheduled routes, and priority service for consistent, reliable transportation tailored to your business needs. The benefits of a private fleet without the overhead.

24/7
Guaranteed Capacity
Same
Drivers Daily
99.8%
On-Time

What is Dedicated Trucking?

Dedicated trucking is a contract logistics solution where specific vehicles and drivers are exclusively assigned to your company's freight operations. Unlike common carrier services where you compete for truck capacity with other shippers, dedicated trucking gives you guaranteed trucks, consistent drivers who understand your requirements, and priority service for your shipments.

Think of it as having your own private fleet without the capital investment—no truck purchases, no driver recruitment and training, no maintenance facilities, and no insurance headaches. You get all the benefits of dedicated transportation capacity with the flexibility of outsourced logistics. Most companies save 15-30% compared to spot market rates while gaining predictable freight costs and improved service levels.

Our dedicated trucking services include custom-designed routes optimized for your operations, scheduled pickups and deliveries that align with your production or distribution schedules, and dedicated account management with direct communication to drivers. Whether you need a single truck for daily local routes or an entire fleet for regional distribution, we design dedicated transportation solutions that match your exact requirements.

Dedicated Trucking Benefits

  • Guaranteed Truck Capacity
    Never worry about finding trucks during peak seasons or tight markets
  • Consistent Drivers
    Same drivers familiar with your facilities, products, and requirements
  • Cost Savings
    15-30% savings vs spot market with predictable monthly costs
  • Improved Service
    99.8% on-time delivery with priority routing and scheduling

Dedicated Solutions

Custom fleet configurations for every business need

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Manufacturing Distribution

Dedicated fleet for manufacturers shipping to distribution centers, warehouses, or retail stores. Scheduled routes aligned with your production schedules, consistent drivers trained on your packaging requirements, and flexible capacity for both full truckload and LTL consolidation. Perfect for companies with predictable volumes and regular shipping lanes.

Route optimization | Scheduled pickups | JIT delivery
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E-Commerce Fulfillment

Dedicated transportation for e-commerce companies moving inventory between fulfillment centers, distribution hubs, and retail stores. Daily scheduled runs, expedited delivery options for peak seasons, and flexible capacity that scales with your sales volume. Support for Amazon FBA, Shopify, and multi-channel fulfillment operations.

Multi-stop routes | Peak season scaling | Cross-docking
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Retail Replenishment

Dedicated delivery to retail stores with regular replenishment schedules. Consistent drivers who understand your store receiving procedures, appointment scheduling, and merchandising support. Ideal for grocery chains, convenience stores, and retailers with multiple locations requiring frequent deliveries. White glove service available.

Store delivery | Inside placement | Scheduled routes
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Regional Distribution

Dedicated regional fleet for companies distributing within specific geographic areas. Overnight routes for next-day delivery, local metro area same-day service, and predictable transit times. Perfect for food distributors, beverage companies, and businesses serving regional markets. Temperature-controlled and specialized equipment available.

Regional coverage | Next-day delivery | Multi-stop routes
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Construction & Industrial

Dedicated trucking for construction materials, industrial equipment, and project cargo. Specialized equipment including flatbeds, step decks, and heavy haul for oversized loads. Job site delivery with experienced drivers trained in construction site procedures. Serve contractors, equipment rental companies, and industrial suppliers.

Specialized equipment | Job site delivery | Project logistics
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Shuttle & Milk Run

Scheduled shuttle routes between facilities for efficient multi-stop pickups and deliveries. Milk run services consolidate shipments from multiple suppliers to your manufacturing plant or DC. Reduce freight costs by optimizing routes and maximizing trailer utilization. Perfect for automotive suppliers and JIT manufacturers.

Milk run routes | Multi-supplier pickup | Cost optimization

Why Choose Dedicated?

The advantages of dedicated trucking vs other options

Dedicated vs Private Fleet

Avoid the capital investment of purchasing trucks (average $150K-$180K per new tractor) and the operational complexity of managing a private fleet. With dedicated trucking, we handle driver recruitment, training, payroll, benefits, truck maintenance, insurance ($12K-$15K per truck annually), licensing, and compliance—while you get all the benefits of dedicated capacity.

Cost Comparison Per Truck:
  • • Private Fleet: $180K capital + $120K/year operational
  • • Dedicated Trucking: $0 capital + $85K-$100K/year
  • • Average Savings: $200K+ per truck over 3 years

Dedicated vs Spot Market

Eliminate rate volatility and capacity uncertainty of the spot market. During tight freight markets, spot rates can increase 50-100% overnight and trucks become impossible to find. Dedicated trucking provides guaranteed capacity at predictable rates—typically 15-30% below average spot market pricing—with contracted pricing that protects you from market fluctuations.

Dedicated Advantages:
  • • Guaranteed truck availability (no "sorry, no capacity")
  • • Predictable monthly costs (no rate spikes)
  • • Priority service during peak seasons
  • • Consistent service quality and on-time delivery

Frequently Asked Questions

What is dedicated trucking?

Dedicated trucking is a transportation solution where specific vehicles and drivers are exclusively assigned to your company's freight operations. Unlike common carrier services where you compete for truck capacity with other shippers, dedicated trucking gives you guaranteed trucks, consistent drivers who understand your requirements, scheduled routes optimized for your operations, and priority service for all your shipments. It's like having your own private fleet without the capital investment and operational overhead of actually owning and managing trucks.

What are the benefits of dedicated trucking?

Benefits include: (1) Guaranteed capacity during peak seasons and tight freight markets—never worry about finding trucks, (2) Consistent drivers familiar with your facilities, products, loading procedures, and delivery requirements, (3) Priority service for your shipments with on-time delivery rates of 99.8%, (4) Scheduled routes optimized specifically for your operations with predictable transit times, (5) Reduced freight costs of 15-30% compared to spot market rates with predictable monthly billing, (6) Improved visibility and control over your transportation operations with dedicated account management, (7) Elimination of private fleet costs—no truck purchases, driver recruitment, maintenance facilities, or insurance overhead, (8) Scalability—easily add or reduce trucks based on seasonal demands or business growth.

How much does dedicated trucking cost?

Dedicated trucking costs vary based on several factors: (1) Number of trucks needed—volume discounts apply for multi-truck fleets, (2) Route mileage—longer routes cost more per truck than local/regional operations, (3) Frequency of shipments—daily routes are more economical per shipment than weekly, (4) Equipment type—specialized equipment (reefer, flatbed, tanker) costs more than dry van, (5) Contract length—longer commitments (2-3 years) receive better rates. Typical pricing ranges: Local/regional dedicated (within 250 miles): $85K-$100K per truck annually; Long-haul dedicated (500+ miles): $110K-$130K per truck annually; Specialized equipment: add 15-20% premium. Most companies save 15-30% compared to spot market rates while gaining guaranteed capacity. Pricing is typically structured as a monthly fee per truck or per mile rate with minimum volume commitments. We provide customized quotes based on your specific requirements.

How many trucks do I need for dedicated service?

You can start with as few as one dedicated truck for regular local routes or daily deliveries. There's no minimum fleet size required. Many companies begin with 1-2 trucks serving their most frequent lanes or highest-volume routes, then expand as they see the benefits. We'll analyze your current freight patterns, shipping volumes, and transportation needs to recommend the optimal fleet size. For reference: E-commerce/retail companies typically need 3-10 trucks for regional distribution; Manufacturers often start with 2-5 trucks for regular delivery routes to distribution centers; Food distributors might need 5-15 trucks for daily multi-stop routes; Construction companies often use 1-3 trucks for project-specific deliveries. We design dedicated fleet solutions that match your exact requirements, whether that's a single truck or an entire fleet.

Ready for Dedicated Trucking?

Guaranteed capacity • Consistent drivers • Predictable costs