My company needs trucks at the same time every month
Dedicated trucking schedules for Texas businesses with consistent freight needs.
Your business ships the same amount of freight every month. You need trucks on the same days but regular freight companies can't promise you'll get a truck when you need it. Texas companies with predictable shipping patterns face this problem constantly.
This happens when you rely on spot market trucking for regular freight. Spot carriers book loads first-come, first-served. During busy seasons or when rates spike, your regular shipments get bumped for higher-paying loads. You end up scrambling for trucks or delaying shipments.
Dedicated trucking contracts typically cost 10-15% more than spot rates but eliminate scheduling uncertainty. The price depends on your route distance, freight type, and how many loads per month you ship. Most contracts require minimum monthly volumes to make the dedicated service profitable for both sides.
Set up a dedicated trucking agreement instead of competing for spot market space. Gateway Distribution builds custom routes around your shipping calendar so the same drivers and trucks show up on your schedule every month. You lock in capacity and rates for 6-12 months at a time.
Your freight moves on time every month without you having to hunt for available trucks. You can plan production and customer deliveries around guaranteed pickup dates. No more last-minute rate spikes or delayed shipments.
Other things people in Texas ask
oversized freight shipping
Flatbed trucks handle oversized cargo like machinery, steel beams, and construction equipment. Get the exact dimensions and weight before you call. Gateway Distribution specializes in flatbed transport for oversized freight that won't fit in enclosed trailers.
LTL vs full truckload
Use LTL for shipments under 10,000 pounds or less than 12 pallets. Full truckload makes sense for 15+ pallets or when you need faster transit. LTL costs less for small shipments but takes longer due to multiple stops.
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.
expedited freight shipping cost
Expedited freight typically costs 50-150% more than standard shipping, depending on how fast you need it. Same-day service costs the most. Get quotes from multiple carriers and ask exactly what expedited means - some just mean faster loading, not faster transit.
flatbed vs enclosed trailer shipping
Use flatbed for anything over 8 feet tall, oddly shaped, or needing crane loading. Enclosed trailers protect from weather but limit height and loading options. Measure your cargo first, then pick the trailer type.
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Gateway Distribution handles full truckload (ftl) in Texas and the area around it.