Logistics Solutions Case Studies

New York to Chicago Freight Broker

Ship Containers from New York to Chicago with Direct Drive Logistics

Direct Drive Logistics was engaged to transport two new, factory, mining excavators from New York, NY to Chicago, IL. The transport of mining machinery was handled by our Logistics Division and routed within our network from the factory in New York to the site in Chicago, IL. The range of our responsibility was to expedite the most cost-effective transport, with the shortest transit time and least stop-overs.

Direct Drive Logistics specializes in moving oversized products between cities in the United States.

Our company completed the door-to-door movement of both excavators, from pick up in New York with delivery to Chicago, in less than 10 days, via the route with the least possible number of handling stops. The biggest individual piece, weighing 32 tons and measuring 150 inches in width, was most challenging to maneuver but, thanks to our extensive experience from previous shipments in this direction, everything went as planned.

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Full Truckload (FTL) Freight Shipping

  • 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

  • Affordable solution for smaller shipments.
  • LTL and Volume LTL for shipments of all sizes.
  • Secure handling and real-time tracking.

Reefer (Refrigerated) Freight Shipping

  • 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

  • 24/7 freight shipping solutions.
  • White-glove handling for urgent deliveries.
  • Real-time tracking and notifications.

Long-Haul Trucking & Logistics

  • New York, NY to Chicago, IL interstate freight.
  • Cost-effective options for heavy loads.
  • Dependable, pre-screened carrier network.

Air Freight

  • Ideal for high-value, lightweight cargo, and urgent deliveries.
  • Domestic air freight brokering from New York, NY to Chicago, IL.
  • Air Freight Forwarder with and extensive network of airports and air carriers.

Rail Freight

  • 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

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

Great response time from quoting to getting the move completed.  From Memphis, TN to Grand Rapids, MI. Driver was on time for both pickup and delivery, and I price was fair for a Conestoga Wagon move.  Highly recommend!

- JR
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

Love dealing with Rich at Direct Drive always very responsive with quotes and questions. Great logistics company!!!

- Mike Rush
5 stars reviews

Direct Drive is one of the companies that picks up for our customers.  They are always on time and Don Price is always on top of getting pickups scheduled and driver here as scheduled.  Great communication.

- Janet Mathis
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

Industries We Service

Small Business
Construction
Food & Beverage
Automotive
Lumber
Manufacturing
E-commerce
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