What Is Power Only Trucking?

Power only trucking means you provide the tractor while the shipper or broker supplies the trailer. It is a popular way to lower overhead.

How it works

You hook to a pre-loaded trailer, deliver, and drop it, often in a drop-and-hook setup that minimizes detention. No trailer purchase, maintenance, or registration on your end.

The benefits

Lower startup and operating costs, less waiting at docks, and access to trailer pool programs from large shippers and 3PLs. With the right dispatcher maintaining a pipeline of power only freight, you can stay consistently loaded.