Sometimes, freight can’t wait.

Whether it’s a critical part of keeping your operations running or a last-minute delivery to a job site, waiting for traditional shipping isn’t always an option. That’s where hotshot trucking comes in—and it’s not just about speed. It’s also about saving you money when used smartly.

At Olive Freight Management, we’ve helped businesses cut unnecessary costs and avoid expensive delays with our reliable hotshot services. Here’s how.

What Is Hotshot Trucking—Really?

Hotshot Trucking is an on-demand freight delivery service that utilizes a pickup truck with a flatbed or gooseneck trailer. It’s perfect for:

  • Time-critical shipments
  • Smaller or partial loads
  • Specialized equipment
  • Deliveries to remote or job site locations

Unlike traditional freight, hotshot loads don’t wait for route consolidation. They go directly—from point A to B, fast.

So, How Does It Save You Money?

1. No Need to Book a Full Truckload

If your shipment doesn’t fill a 53′ trailer, why pay for all that unused space?

Hotshot Trucking allows you to ship only what you need, reducing costs for small to medium loads.

2. Avoid Downtime

What’s more expensive than freight? Your operations are standing still.

We’ve seen manufacturers lose thousands per hour due to a missing part. Hotshot service gets it there fast—keeping your line (and revenue) moving.

3. Fewer Accessorial Charges

There are no terminal stops, no handovers, and no warehouse fees.

Direct routes mean fewer extra charges, faster deliveries, and fewer things to go wrong.

4. Better Fuel and Route Efficiency

Smaller vehicles = lower fuel costs.

With optimized routing, hotshot deliveries can be quicker and cheaper compared to expedited full-truckload carriers.

Real Talk: When Hotshot Made a Difference

One of our clients in the construction industry needed steel beams delivered to a site within 18 hours or face crew downtime costing over $10,000.

A traditional carrier was unable to meet the timeline.

We hotshotted the load overnight.

Beams arrived on time. No delay. No penalties.

They paid a fraction of what a full-blown expedited FTL would’ve cost.

Is Hotshot Right for You?

If you’re moving time-sensitive, smaller-volume, or job site-specific freight—yes.

It’s not just about speed. It’s about smart shipping decisions that save time and money.

At Olive Freight Management, we make hotshot shipping simple, affordable, and dependable.

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