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Owner operators & fleets · 48 contiguous states

Truck dispatch services for owner operators and small fleets

Dedicated truck dispatch across the lower 48, with 24/7 live support for active carriers. Free setup; 4 to 12% of gross on loads we book.

  • Dedicated dispatcher
  • 4 to 12% by equipment
  • You approve every load
4 to 12%
Fees by truck type
48
Contiguous states
15
Equipment types
24/7
Live support for active carriers

Free & easy onboarding

Start with a conversation. No setup fees.

We earn your business one load at a time.

No setup fees: we onboard you free of charge
No long term contracts: month to month, cancel with notice
No hidden charges: what we quote is exactly what you pay
Talk to a real dispatcher before signing anything

Discover our services

Truck dispatch services, from load search to delivery.

Load booking, freight rate negotiation, broker communication, route planning, and paperwork support for your trucking business. Choose a service to see what is included.

Rate Negotiation

We discuss load rates, deadhead, fuel costs, and accessorial terms with brokers before you approve a load.

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Load Booking

We search available freight, review broker requirements, and book loads that fit your equipment and preferences.

Explore load booking

Broker Communication

We coordinate agreed broker updates, load instructions and rate confirmation questions, with carrier approval for material changes.

Explore broker communication

Route & Lane Strategy

Plan regional and OTR lanes around empty miles, reload options, operating costs, and time at home.

Explore route & lane strategy

Paperwork Support

We help organize carrier packets, rate confirmations, BOLs and PODs, and follow up on missing dispatch documents.

Explore paperwork support

Scheduling & Follow ups

Appointment scheduling, check calls, and proactive communication to keep loads moving.

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Truck dispatch by equipment

Dispatch for 15 truck and trailer types.

Choose your truck or trailer below to review equipment requirements and the published dispatch fee. Each service includes a dedicated dispatcher, equipment specific load search, rate negotiation and booking support across the lower 48. You approve each load; published fees are 4 to 12% by equipment.

View all 15 equipment types
Red straight box truck with a white enclosed cargo body at a warehouse

Dispatch fee

7%of gross

Box Trucks

Specialized dispatch for box truck operations, from local deliveries to long haul routes.

  • Local & regional loads
  • Capacity based load matching
  • Flexible scheduling
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Red semi tractor with a white enclosed dry van trailer at a freight terminal

Dispatch fee

5%of gross

Dry Vans

Dry van dispatch for regional and over the road carriers hauling general freight.

  • Coast to coast lane planning
  • Equipment matched load search
  • Rate negotiation support
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Red semi tractor with a white refrigerated trailer and front mounted refrigeration unit

Dispatch fee

4%of gross

Reefers

Temperature controlled freight dispatch with time sensitive load expertise.

  • Temperature instruction review
  • Reefer lane planning
  • Appointment coordination
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Red semi tractor with an empty single level flatbed trailer

Dispatch fee

5%of gross

Flatbeds

Dedicated dispatching for flatbed operators with specialized load matching.

  • Specialized cargo support
  • Tarping and securement review
  • Equipment specific matching
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Red sleeper cab semi tractor with an exposed fifth wheel and no trailer attached

Dispatch fee

5%of gross

Power Only

Power only dispatch for tractors hauling trailers provided by brokers or shippers, subject to carrier eligibility.

  • Drop and hook freight
  • Trailer requirements review
  • Pickup appointment coordination
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Red semi tractor with an empty step deck trailer showing its raised front and lower main deck

Dispatch fee

5%of gross

Step Decks

Step deck dispatch for taller freight, machinery, and equipment within your trailer and authority limits.

  • Deck height load matching
  • Dimensions reviewed before booking
  • Open deck lane planning
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Red heavy duty pickup towing a gooseneck flatbed hotshot trailer

Dispatch fee

6%of gross

Hotshot Trucks

Hotshot dispatch based on your truck, trailer, payload, operating authority, and preferred radius.

  • Partial load opportunities
  • Payload and length matching
  • Regional and expedited lanes
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Red standard roof cargo van with enclosed side panels at a loading warehouse

Dispatch fee

12%of gross

Cargo Vans

Cargo van dispatch built around usable dimensions, payload and suitable expedited freight.

  • Interior dimensions reviewed
  • Expedited freight search
  • Availability confirmed by lane
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Red high roof long wheelbase Sprinter style cargo van at a freight facility

Dispatch fee

5%of gross

Sprinter Vans

Separately listed Sprinter van dispatch. Confirm your vehicle’s service category, usable space and delivery requirements before onboarding.

  • Door and interior measurements
  • Payload based load review
  • Expedited scheduling
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Red semi tractor with a rolling tarp Conestoga flatbed trailer

Dispatch fee

4%of gross

Conestoga Trailers

Dispatch for rolling tarp trailers, with cargo clearance and loading access checked before booking.

  • Covered open deck freight
  • Tarp system clearance review
  • Loading access coordination
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Red heavy haul tractor with a detachable gooseneck lowboy trailer and low center deck

Dispatch fee

5%of gross

RGN & Lowboy Trailers

Equipment first review for low deck and removable gooseneck operations, subject to load and permit requirements.

  • Deck and ramp fit reviewed
  • Cargo dimensions clarified
  • Specialized scope confirmed
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Red semi tractor with an open two level car hauler trailer carrying passenger vehicles

Dispatch fee

5%of gross

Car Haulers

Vehicle transport dispatch review around usable positions, loading capability and pickup condition records.

  • Vehicle and trailer fit
  • Pickup and delivery sequencing
  • Condition document coordination
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Red semi tractor with a cylindrical stainless steel tanker trailer

Dispatch fee

5%of gross

Tankers

A service fit review for liquid and bulk operations, with commodity compatibility and handling requirements clarified.

  • Commodity and tank review
  • Cleaning requirements checked
  • Carrier eligibility confirmed
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Red four axle dump truck with its open top steel body lowered at an aggregate yard

Dispatch fee

5%of gross

Dump Trucks & Trailers

Dispatch review for bulk material hauling based on body type, payload, site access and the operating area.

  • Body and material matching
  • Loading site access review
  • Operating radius planning
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Red semi tractor with a curtain side trailer showing its fixed roof and sliding side curtain

Dispatch fee

5%of gross

Curtain Side Trailers

Curtain side dispatch with side loading access, cargo dimensions and protection requirements reviewed.

  • Side access load review
  • Usable space and payload
  • Handling instructions clarified
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Not sure where your truck fits?

Tell us your equipment and where you like to run. We'll review your capacity, lanes, and broker requirements together.

How it works

From your first call to a load you approve.

01

Quick Setup Call

Call us and we will gather your MC info, insurance, and preferences. We confirm document requirements and a realistic start date.

02

Dispatch & Negotiation

Your dedicated dispatcher finds loads, negotiates rates, and books freight that fits your goals.

03

Confirmations & Paperwork

We handle rate confirmations, broker communication, and ensure all documentation is complete.

04

Weekly Optimization

Review booked loads, empty miles, time at home, and next week lane preferences together.

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Talk to our dispatch team

Your Dispatch Manager

Carrier Relations · Rai Dispatch

Your dispatch contact

One point of contact. A plan for your truck.

Work with a dedicated dispatcher who understands your equipment, preferred lanes and schedule. We help search freight, discuss rates, organize load details and coordinate broker communication. Active carriers receive 24/7 live dispatch support through their agreed contact and escalation process. You approve each load.

  • 24/7 live dispatch support for active carriers
  • Clear dispatch contact and escalation process
  • Equipment and lane preferences guide the search
  • Carrier approval before each load is booked
How your dedicated dispatcher works

Straight talk

What Rai Dispatch is and what it isn't

Know who handles each part of the load and what remains your responsibility as the motor carrier.

What we are

  • A dispatch services company working under YOUR MC authority
  • Your dedicated load finder, rate negotiator, and broker liaison
  • Paid by you, working only for your interests
  • Transparent about every fee: no surprise charges

What we're not

  • Not a motor carrier: you keep your authority and equipment
  • Not a freight broker: we do not buy and resell freight
  • Not a factoring company: keep your existing factor or work without one
  • Not a long contract trap: month to month with proper notice

Transparent pricing

Your dedicated dispatcher. 4 to 12% by equipment.

Keep your dispatch costs clear from the first conversation. Confirm your percentage, included services, and billing terms in writing before the first load.

Percentage dispatch plan

4 to 12%

of gross revenue on loads we book, based on truck type. Confirm your equipment rate and billing terms before starting.

Get your dispatch quote

Support from load search to delivery

  • Dedicated truck dispatcher
  • Load search and booking
  • Freight rate negotiation
  • Broker communication
  • Lane and route planning
  • Rate confirmations and paperwork

Rai Dispatch uses percentage only pricing for every truck type. There are no setup fees, fixed weekly or monthly charges, or other Rai Dispatch fees. No forced dispatch: you approve every load before it is booked. We dispatch under your MC authority and never collect freight payments; brokers pay you or your factoring company.

Fee schedule effective October 30, 2026. The fee schedule published on this website changed on September 28, 2026 and again on October 30, 2026, when the current 4 to 12% schedule took effect; copies of this website dated before October 30, 2026 show percentages that no longer apply.

(213) 371-6155

The Rai advantage

Built by people who answer their phone

Affordable rates

Equipment based dispatch fees of 4 to 12% of gross revenue on loads we book, confirmed before you start.

Dedicated dispatcher

Work with the same dispatcher who knows your preferences and goals.

Nationwide coverage

We dispatch trucks in all 48 contiguous states. Go where the best freight is.

Fast response

Quick communication and fast load turnaround. We value your time.

Transparent pricing

No hidden fees or surprise charges. What we quote is what you pay.

Driver first approach

Your success is our success. We fight for your best interests on every load.

Questions? We have answers

Frequently asked questions

How much does a truck dispatch service cost?

Dispatch fees are 7% for box trucks, 6% for hotshots, 4% for reefers and Conestoga trailers, 12% for cargo vans, and 5% for dry vans, flatbeds, power only, step decks, Sprinter vans, RGN and lowboy trailers, car haulers, tankers, dump trucks and trailers, and curtain side trailers. Fees apply to gross revenue on loads we book. Rai Dispatch uses percentage only pricing for every truck type. There are no setup fees, fixed weekly or monthly charges, or other Rai Dispatch fees. Confirm the applicable equipment category, billing base and service scope in writing.

Will I have a dedicated dispatcher?

Yes. Rai Dispatch assigns a dedicated dispatcher for every truck, with load planning around its equipment, preferred lanes, schedule and load criteria. Active carriers receive 24/7 live dispatch support through their agreed contact and escalation process. Confirm contact details and backup arrangements during free setup.

Which truck and trailer types can you dispatch?

We specialize in dispatching box trucks, dry vans, reefers, flatbeds, power only tractors, step decks, hotshot trucks, cargo vans and Conestoga trailers. We also review Sprinter vans and other listed equipment. Actual equipment, lane and load requirements are confirmed before booking.

Is dispatch support available 24/7?

Yes. Rai Dispatch provides 24/7 live dispatch support for active carriers. Active carriers should use the dispatch contact and escalation process agreed during onboarding. New carrier setup desk hours are Monday to Saturday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM CT.

What documents do I need to get started?

Prepare your operating authority details where applicable, Certificate of Insurance, W-9, equipment specifications, and a signed dispatch agreement. A factoring notice of assignment may also be needed. Broker requirements vary by load and carrier.

Do I have to accept every load?

No. No forced dispatch: you approve every load before it is booked. We present the rate, pickup and delivery details, equipment requirements, and route considerations so you can decide before booking.

Do you work with new authorities and owner operators?

Owner operators, small fleets, and carriers with new authority can discuss their setup with us. Each broker sets its own authority age, insurance, safety, and equipment requirements, so not every load will be available to every carrier.

Are freight rates or weekly earnings guaranteed?

No. Freight availability, load rates, operating costs, and weekly revenue change with equipment, markets, hours available, and the loads you accept. Dispatch support helps you evaluate opportunities; it does not guarantee a particular income.

24/7 live dispatch support for active carriers

Don't run empty.
Run with Rai.

Tell us about your truck, lanes, and schedule. We will walk through your dedicated dispatcher, documents, and the 4 to 12% fee for your equipment.

New carrier setup desk: Monday to Saturday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM CT. Active carriers use their agreed dispatch contact.

No forced dispatch · No setup fees · Free consultation