The trucking industry is enormous and constantly growing. The paid increase in online shopping has greatly increased the demand for transport services. Expedited freight services are in particular high demand due to the pressure online retailers place on meeting order deadlines.

In 2013, there was over 15 billion tons of cargo transported by truck throughout the United States. According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, the amount of cargo traveling by truck will increase to 19 billion tons by 2040.
The value of products being transported is also increasing. As of 2007, the average value per ton was $882. However, based on the current and anticipated increase, that number is expected to reach $1377 per ton by 2040. Specialty freight services are also increasing in order to meet the needs of more customers.

According to one report, there are nearly 6 million commercial motor vehicle drivers operating in the United States. They operate everything from large tractor trailers to small delivery trucks and mail delivery vehicles.

Truckload logistics have changed dramatically over recent years to accommodate the influx in delivery needs. The e-commerce business is currently valued at roughly $423 billion and is still climbing. Expedited freight services have led to transportation companies changing their processes to avoid having to run partial loads and possibly lose money.


While many people thinking of boxes from websites like ebay and Amazon when they think about trucking and delivery services, the three most valuable items being transported are machinery, electronics, and vehicles. Some pieces of machinery are massive and require being shipped individually or by specialty vehicles.

Another significant source of transportation needs comes from trade shows. There are over 250 convention centers throughout the United States and they run a variety of different trade shows on a weekly basis throughout the year. Trade show shipments can be massive as each business involved needs to get their products, displays, and materials to and from each tradeshow. The tradeshow logistics can be complex as multiple delivers are being made in a relatively short period of time.

When dealing with business trade shows, grand openings, and other events, expedited freight services are particularly important as there is a clear need for products to arrive on time and quickly. Some companies have sets that travel from trade to trade show, so the windows for transportation are very small.

For new companies or small business, setting up transportation and logistics may seem like a daunting task. It’s important to work with a company that can help set up those services, or hire a logistics manager, so can handle the day-to-day transportation needs. Like any business service, it is sometimes most profitable to pay someone to make sure it is done right the first time than try to “save money” by doing it yourself.

Expedited freight services allows businesses to guarantee delivery dates for customers. This helps increase gift orders and last minute business. It can also help grow business by providing customers with a consistently prompt and fast services. Referrals and word-of-mouth advertising are the most powerful.