I need the same truck every week
Dedicated trucking solutions from Gateway Distribution in Alabama, AL.
You ship the same route every week but keep getting different drivers who don't know your loading dock, your timing, or how you do business. Each new driver means explaining everything again, delays at pickup, and wondering if your freight will arrive on schedule in Alabama.
This happens because most freight companies use spot trucking. They assign whatever driver is available when your shipment is ready. Each driver has different experience levels and knows different routes. Your operation becomes a learning curve for every new person.
Dedicated trucking costs about 15-25% more than spot freight but gives you the same driver and truck on your schedule. The driver learns your dock procedures, timing preferences, and route requirements. Most dedicated contracts run 6-12 months with predictable weekly rates.
Call Gateway Distribution to discuss dedicated service for your Alabama routes. Ask about driver consistency, equipment type, and backup plans for vacations or sick days. Get pricing for your specific lanes and frequency. Many manufacturers find dedicated trucking costs less than the delays and problems from constantly changing drivers.
With dedicated service, you get predictable pickup times, consistent communication, and a driver who knows exactly how your operation works. No more explaining dock procedures or route preferences every week.
Other things people in Alabama ask
consistent monthly freight shipping
Set up a dedicated trucking contract. You get the same drivers and trucks on your schedule. Gateway Distribution builds custom routes around your shipping calendar so you never compete for truck space.
freight contract cost vs spot rates
Multi-year freight contracts typically cost 10-15% less than spot rates and lock in pricing. Calculate your annual shipping volume first. If you ship consistently, dedicated capacity contracts protect you from rate spikes and guarantee truck availability.
dedicated trucking cost vs regular shipping
Compare your total monthly freight spend to a dedicated contract. Include the hidden costs like delays, damage, and staff time spent booking trucks. Most companies with 20+ shipments per month save money going dedicated.
buy trucks vs hire trucking company
Calculate the total cost of ownership. Include truck payments, insurance, maintenance, driver wages, and DOT compliance. Most companies save money outsourcing until they ship 40+ loads per month consistently.
should I sign freight contract
Multi-year contracts work if you have consistent shipping volume and want rate protection. Look for contracts with volume adjustments and service level guarantees. Avoid contracts without clear performance standards or exit clauses.
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Gateway Distribution handles manufacturer partnerships in Alabama and the area around it.