Modern day hot shot trucking provides the speed and exclusivity you need to meet the most demanding and time-sensitive shipping requirements.
WHAT IS HOT SHOT TRUCKING?
The history of hot shot trucking goes back to the 1970’s, when drivers sitting in basic pickup trucks with trailers waited outside oil rig equipment manufacturers for completed parts. As soon as the parts were ready, the trailers were loaded and the trucks headed down the interstate to deliver to the drilling operations as fast as possible. Today, hot shot trucking has become more sophisticated with the trucks and trailers used, but the expedited, exclusive-use service for time-sensitive loads remains basically the same. The key words to know and understand in hot shot trucking terminology are “expedited” and “exclusive use.” This means the freight does not ship with any other shipments on the trailer at all (more on that below).
HOT SHOT TRUCKING ADVANTAGES
Hot shot trucking usually involves hauling smaller, time-sensitive loads within a specific timeframe, to a single customer and location. It can be one piece of freight or many. While hot shot deliveries tend to be more local than traditional freight servicers, some may require a trip across state lines or even across the country. Hot shot drivers could haul construction equipment one day, aviation parts the next, and oil rig equipment the day after that. It’s basically any load that fits on a small trailer – although small is a relative term considering some truck and trailer combinations can tow up to 58,000 pounds.
OF TRUCKS AND TRAILERS
There are several types of truck and trailer combinations used for hot shot trucking. The trucks are typically a Class 3, 4, or 5 truck, which includes vehicles like the Dodge RAM 2500/3500, Ford F-250/350/450, GMC Sierra 2500/3500, and Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500. Many of these trucks have a dual-wheel rear axle to handle the extra weight and provide stability for towing. Since hot shot truck and trailer combinations fall into the Class 3 to 5 range, they generally tow gross weights between 10,000 and 26,000 pounds.
Key benefits of Hot Shot Trucking
With so many different types of shipping services, why should you consider hot shot trucking services from HotShotTrucking.com? Here’s a few reasons why:
Speed
Hot shot truckers specialize in time-sensitive shipments. They are often used in situations where failure to deliver a critical item within a specific window will cause significant and costly production delays.
Exclusivity
The urgency of true hot shot trucking limits it to a single customer. Your shipment doesn’t have to wait for other freight to be picked up. There is no cross-docking, freight swapping, or hub-and-spoke transfers to delay or potentially damage your shipment. Since space on larger trucks is often filled with multiple shipments, this again is where hot shot trucking often makes sense. Your dedicated HotShotTrucking.com expeditor will work with you to determine whether this option makes sense for your freight.
Cost
Another advantage of using hot shot trucking services is cost when compared using a 53 foot dry van, straight truck, or Sprinter van. Space in any truck is extremely valuable. Since full-sized trucks are more expensive to run, they will charge more for overhead. Smaller hot shot trucks generally cost less because they have lower operating expenses. Hot shot truckers can also take much smaller loads. If you have a very small shipment, a larger vehicle does not make much economic sense.
Hot Shot Trucking Services by HotShotTrucking.com
HotShotTrucking.com is your full-service third-party logistics provider, delivering optimized and customized hot shot trucking shipping solutions that work for you and your business needs. Not only does HotShotTrucking.com provide top-tier ground services, but also airborne shipping options, and any combination in-between. Here is what you can expect when you use hot shot trucking services from HotShotTrucking.com:
Persistent teamwork
Your dedicated expeditor is on-call 24/7/365 to answer any questions and handle any unexpected issues that arise, from your shipment’s current location to a complete rerouting or vehicle change.
Proactive planning
HotShotTrucking.com analyzes every detail of the delivery route, from traffic patterns, weather reports, and road construction, in order to select the one least likely to experience a delay. For longer routes, HotShotTrucking.com can ensure a 53 ft tractor trailer with sleeper is used to keep your freight moving day and night.
Perpetual tracking
Technology never sleeps, so HotShotTrucking.com is able to track your shipment at all times. Thanks to our tracking systems, we know if a delay arises and work to eliminate it.
Partner quality
HotShotTrucking.com carefully vets each logistics partner, ensuring a dependable work record of transporting and delivering safely and on time. We only work with drivers who demonstrate responsibility, courtesy and commitment to exceeding customer expectations.
Expert delivery plan
With HotShotTrucking.com, experience the confidence that comes from an expert delivery plan and working with the same expeditor from start to finish. Your freight is important to you, so it’s important to us. For more information about 53 ft dry van service, straight trucks, Sprinter vans, or any of our top-tier shipping options, contact us today at (800) 604-2511 or simply go online to HotShotTrucking.com and click Get a Quote. No prior account needed! We look forward to working with you as your complete logistics partner!
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