Too Many Empty Miles
Driving a long way to the next pickup costs fuel, time, and money. We look at loaded and empty miles when planning freight.
DTRT Growth Engine™
Your truck stays busy. But is the money adding up?
You can run loads all week and still wonder where the money went. Empty miles, weak rates, and poor planning can eat into what you're working for.
That's where DTRT Growth Engine™ comes in. We help owner-operators and small fleets plan freight, watch their numbers, and make better decisions about the next load.
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Smarter load planning and
fewer unnecessary empty miles
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Rate negotiation and weekly
freight performance reporting
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Broker communication, shipper
outreach, and business support
Who This Is For:
Independent owner-operators and small
trucking fleets with at least 90 days
of active operating authority.
Flatbed and step deck are our priorities.
We also consider suitable dry van,
reefer, and other operations.
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Plan Better
Freight and lane decisions
Track Your Numbers
Weekly revenue and mileage
Build Relationships
Broker and shipper outreach
Let's Talk About the Numbers
Three things that can cut into your earnings.
A good-looking rate doesn't tell the whole story. You have to look at what it takes to pick up, deliver, and get positioned for the next load.
Loads That Don't Add Up
A rate might look good until you factor in the whole trip. We consider the lane, miles, positioning, and what happens after delivery.
Not Knowing Your Weekly Numbers
If you don't know your gross revenue, loaded miles, and empty miles, it's harder to see what's working and what needs attention.
What's Included
Freight management with more attention to the numbers.
Growth Engine isn't just about finding the next load. It's about planning freight, tracking performance, and having a clearer picture of the operation behind your truck.
Freight Planning & Negotiation
Load planning, lane decisions, rate negotiation, broker communication, carrier packets, paperwork coordination, and freight support for the loads DTRT manages.
Weekly Performance Reporting
Track completed loads, gross revenue, loaded miles, empty miles, and useful operating numbers so you can see what's happening from week to week.
Direct-Shipper Outreach
DTRT contacts potential shippers on behalf of your carrier operation. The included scope is up to 25 new outreach contacts and 25 follow-ups per month.
Business Review & Support
Review performance, discuss problem lanes, look at operating trends, and plan the next steps. Selected business resources and partner referrals are included.
Important:
Direct-shipper outreach is performed
on the carrier's behalf and is capped
at 50 total outreach actions per month
under the described scope.
Shipper contracts, specific rates,
revenue increases, and freight volumes
are not guaranteed.
The signed service agreement controls
the final terms.
The Process
Here's how we get started.
We want to know what you're running, where you're running, and what you're trying to improve before recommending anything.
Take the Profit Review
Complete the free Business Profit Review and tell us about your trucking operation.
Look at the Numbers
Review information about deadhead, rates, expenses, and areas that may need closer attention.
Talk Through the Findings
If your operation qualifies, we'll discuss your numbers and where DTRT may be able to help.
Decide on the Next Step
We'll explain the services, pricing, agreement, and onboarding requirements before you commit.
Historical DTRT Flatbed Case Study
$72,849 in gross revenue over 87 operating days.
These are reported historical figures from an anonymized flatbed operation managed by DTRT. They're an example of one operation, not a promise of what yours will earn.
$72,849
Gross freight revenue
65
Completed flatbed loads
Under 12%
Reported deadhead
~$3.00
Gross revenue per loaded mile
20+ States
Served during the reported
operating period
4 Transitions
Confirmed with zero deadhead
44% Increase
In average gross revenue per
load, from $951 in August to
$1,372 in September
Additional reported averages: approximately 5.2 completed loads per week and $837 gross revenue per operating day. Gross revenue is not net profit. Figures are historical and have not been independently audited here. Past results do not guarantee future performance. Outcomes vary based on freight markets, equipment, expenses, availability, miles, and other operating conditions.
Customer Feedback
★★★★★
Customer Review
“Always keep me moving and finds the best load options for my trucking company.”
Ruka Jodecio · April 4, 2023
DTRT
Doing The Right Thing.
Freight Management. Business Support. Better Decisions.
Why We Built This
There's more to trucking than finding another load.
Priya Whitt · Founder, DTRT Solutions & Logistics
DTRT was built around a straightforward idea: doing the right thing for the people we work with.
Growth Engine was created because owner-operators need more than another load. They need to understand their numbers, make better freight decisions, and have someone paying attention to the operation behind the truck.
From Setbacks to Success.
Frequently Asked Questions
A few things you should know.
Is the Business Profit Review free?
Yes. There is no payment required to complete the initial review. If DTRT's services look like a good fit, we'll explain the pricing and agreement before enrollment.
Do I need 90 days of operating authority?
Yes. Growth Engine is designed for carriers with at least 90 days of active operating authority. We focus on independent owner-operators and small fleets.
Can DTRT guarantee more revenue?
No. Freight availability, rates, equipment, operating costs, and market conditions affect your performance. Our work focuses on freight planning, tracking useful numbers, and helping you make better operating decisions.
Does Growth Engine include direct-shipper outreach?
Yes. DTRT conducts up to 25 new shipper outreach actions and 25 follow-ups per month on behalf of the carrier. We cannot guarantee a direct-shipper contract or new freight.
What happens after I finish the Profit Review?
Your answers help DTRT understand your operation. The next steps may include a Profit Leak Score, Dead Mile Breakdown, and a strategy conversation if your operation qualifies.
Before you book another load, take a closer look at the numbers.
Start with the free Business Profit Review. Tell us about your operation and see whether Growth Engine may be a good fit.
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