Need the same truck every week?
Dedicated trucking solutions from Gateway Distribution in Montana, MT.
You ship the same route regularly but keep getting different drivers who don't know your operation. Each new driver means explaining your process again, delays at pickup, and inconsistent service. Montana businesses with regular shipping needs deserve better than playing driver roulette every week.
This happens because most freight companies use spot market drivers who bid on loads. You get whoever is available that day. Different drivers mean different arrival times, unfamiliar faces at your dock, and constant re-training on your specific requirements.
Dedicated trucking costs more than spot freight but less than owning trucks. Expect to pay 15-25% above spot rates for the same driver and equipment every week. The premium makes sense if you ship the same route monthly or more often. Larger shipments and longer routes get better dedicated pricing.
Call Gateway Distribution to discuss dedicated service for your regular routes. You set the schedule and they assign the same driver and truck to your account. Most dedicated contracts run 12-24 months with built-in rate protection. Ask about their experience with Montana routes and what backup coverage looks like during driver vacations.
With dedicated service, you know exactly when your truck arrives and who is driving it. Your driver learns your operation, your dock procedures, and your timing needs. No more explaining the same instructions to different people every week.
Other things people in Montana 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 Montana and the area around it.