Logistics Solutions Case Studies

Los Angeles to Chicago Logistics Broker

Freight Broker for Shipping to and from Los Angeles to Chicago

A manufacturer of materials to build storage units located in Los Angeles requested the asistance of Direct Drive Logistics for help in shipping multiple truckloads of new storage unit material to a new job site in Chicago.  To make sure the material was picked up and arrived to the jobsite with no disruptions, Direct Drive Logistics worked within thier preferred carrier database to select a carrier that could handle the load requirments.  Direct Drive Logistics was able to secure the carrier at a cost effective rate which was cheaper than an industry leader.

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Driving From
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Driving Time
30 hr
Driving Distance
2015 mi
Fuel Cost
$1998.94

Fuel cost is estimated from the national average diesel price according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration

Multimodal Shipping Options from Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL

Full Truckload (FTL) Freight Shipping

Freight truck at a warehouse loading dock
  • Faster transit times with no freight transfers and decreased handling.
  • Cargo up to 80,000 pounds.
  • Dedicated truck space for large shipments

Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) Freight

Palletized freight beside a shipping container at a warehouse
  • Affordable solution for smaller shipments.
  • LTL and Volume LTL for shipments of all sizes.
  • Secure handling and real-time tracking.

Reefer (Refrigerated) Freight Shipping

Refrigerated trailers with temperature-control units
  • Temperature-controlled transport for perishables, chemicals, supplements, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and more.
  • Cost-effective compliant solutions with insurance coverage.
  • Cargo is held at a specified temperature throughout the shipping process.

Expedited Freight & Hot Shot Trucking

Secured cargo pallets prepared for expedited air freight
  • 24/7 freight shipping solutions.
  • White-glove handling for urgent deliveries.
  • Real-time tracking and notifications.

Long-Haul Trucking & Logistics

Tractor trailer hauling freight on a long-distance highway route
  • Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL interstate freight.
  • Cost-effective options for heavy loads.
  • Dependable, pre-screened carrier network.

Air Freight

Air freight pallets secured for aircraft loading
  • Ideal for high-value, lightweight cargo, and urgent deliveries.
  • Domestic air freight brokering from Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL.
  • Air Freight Forwarder with and extensive network of airports and air carriers.

Rail Freight

Freight train hauling intermodal shipping containers
  • Reduced carbon footprint compared to trucking.
  • Save an average of 10-15% on shipping costs compared to trucking.
  • Rail freight brokers connect you to an extensive network of intermodal freight container owner-operators.

Customer Testimonials

5 stars reviews

Rich Phillips, it's a very good and receptive guy! Good experience with this broker!  

- K1 Transfreight
Details & Ease of Management 5 stars reviews

We started to use Direct Drive Logistics about couple of months ago and they made world of difference in freight management.  Not only they had the best price compared to few others we normally worked with, but they also took care of all the details and managed the complete process of arranging...

- Alex Abadi
5 stars reviews

Adam is always very helpful. Very prompt and detail-oriented. He has eliminated potential problems by being proactive. His experience shines through. Better than five stars.

- Mark Lewandowski
5 stars reviews

Adam Kirchner is the go-to guy. He’s helped my company on numerous occasions. Has an answer for every question and each experience has always been without interruption or issues of any sort. The only freight company you will ever need. Thanks!

- Isaac W.
5 stars reviews

Ask for Adam Kirchner, he is very helpful and knows the shipping biz. I would recommend these guys for ALL your shipping needs, both Domestic and Intertional!

- Brian Peters
5 stars reviews

Recently I was needing a freight forwarder company to Houston, with no major recommendations besides my hunches, I decided to use Direct Drive Logistics, My hunches were 100% on the dot. I can recommend this company in service, communication, and attention to detail. My trip was totally flawless. My...

- Blanca Rivera

Industries We Service

Small Business Food truck worker serving a customer
Construction Construction crew at a building site
Food & Beverage Prepared food in catering service trays
Automotive Cars on an automotive assembly line
Lumber Stacks of cut lumber ready for distribution
Manufacturing Manufacturing workers fabricating metal components
E-commerce Workers loading packaged orders for e-commerce delivery
And More Tractor trailer transporting commercial freight