When is using power-only shipping more convenient?

Power-only shipping is incredibly convenient when your loaded trailers outnumber your trucks and drivers or if you’re a new company and don’t possess the capital to spend on additional drivers and trucks. With power-only trucking, you only hire drivers and trucks to transport your freight when and as needed.

If I need to move several trailers simultaneously, should I hire multiple carriers?

Depending on your load, it may be cheaper to hire one driver to eliminate deadhead distance. At Cowtown Logistics, we already have an extensive network of carriers and a premium fleet, so you only need to contact us, and we take care of the rest at the best rates.

What factors affect the rate of power-only shipping?

Weight and size because the heavier the haul is, the more fuel it costs. Deadhead distance; when a truck driver is driving without any freight, it also affects the rate. In power-only shipping, how long the driver travels without freight to the next pickup point is included in the rate.

Can you provide brokerage for power-only freight?

At Cowtown Logistics, our skilled drivers and logistics team are ready to help with all your freight needs, regardless of how simple or complex they are. In addition, our knowledgeable brokers can acquire any type of over-the-road, power-only freight services you require.

Power-Only Services

Power-Only Freight Trucking Service

Cowtown provides power-only capacity for loaded and empty trailer moves, repositioning programs, surge support, and drop-and-hook operations when internal tractor capacity is tight across full truckload and broader over-the-road freight programs.

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Trailer Capacity Focus

Extra Tractor Capacity Without Extra Fleet Spend

We help shippers move loaded or empty trailers with qualified drivers and flexible capacity when internal equipment is stretched.

Trailer Programs

Flexible capacity for surges, repositioning, and dedicated runs

Power-only support for loaded and empty trailer moves

Power-Only Service

Our Flexible And Versatile Power-Only Services

Our comprehensive carrier services cover trailer detail review, distance calculations, transparent quoting, truck matching, and route planning to make moving trailers easy and affordable.

Trailer and Load Review: We gather trailer dimensions, weight, and other relevant information before dispatch so the move starts with accurate planning.

ZIP-to-ZIP Planning: Our team calculates the distances between pickup and delivery ZIP codes and builds the route around timing and cost efficiency.

Transparent Quoting: You receive a clear quote for the requested power-only services before the move begins.

Carrier Matching: An experienced load specialist finds the most compatible truck and plans the most cost-effective and timely move for the trailer.

Benefits Of Power Only Freight Shipping

By separating the trailer and the carrier, power-only shipping creates flexible truckload capacity with less investment and more control.

Control: Owning the trailer gives you control over its maintenance, loading, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
No Truck Maintenance: We handle truck maintenance and provide qualified drivers so your team does not need to manage those resources directly.
Cost Savings: Using your own containers and trailers avoids added equipment fees, which can create major savings for frequent truckload moves.
No Insurance: Because it is not your truck, you do not need to insure it. We maintain insurance-compliant operations to reduce risk and increase safety.

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Trailer Programs

Types Of Trailers We Move

Our power-only shipping services support a diverse mix of trailer programs across standard, specialized, and oversized freight.

We regularly move:

· Dealer trailers
· New van and flatbed trailers
· Frac tanks
· Event trailers
· Job-site trailers
· Portable bathroom trailers
· Van line trailers
· Portable kitchen trailers
· Intermodal chassis
· Music festival trailers
· Equipment trailers
· Tour trailers
· Construction trailers
· Disaster relief trailers
· Generator trailers
· Entertainment trailers

Why Cowtown

Why Trust Cowtown Logistics For Shipping Power-Only Loads?

We deliver customer-focused power-only support with competitive rates, reliable invoicing, and flexible capacity across trailer programs.

Dedicated Capacity

We provide dedicated capacity to handle seasonal freight surges and changing trailer demand without forcing major capital expansion.

Carrier Network Capacity

Our vetted carrier network brings state-of-the-art, fully insured trucks that add dependable capacity and reduce operational friction.

Flexible Scaling

We can add or subtract capacity with minimal cost and without industry, region, or haul-length restrictions.

Real-Time Tracking

Time-sensitive onboarding, live visibility, and active logistics support keep your trailer programs informed from dispatch to delivery.

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States Served

Trailer Moves · Capacity Relief · Dedicated Runs

Operational Confidence

Power Only Service Performance Focus

We coordinate coverage, communication, and execution so your team can plan confidently across lanes and schedules.

Use this service lane with proactive updates and practical support for exceptions, schedule changes, and delivery priorities.

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Operations Visibility

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Coverage Reach

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Single Point of Coordination

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

When is using power-only shipping more convenient?: Power-only shipping is incredibly convenient when your loaded trailers outnumber your trucks and drivers or if you’re a new company and don’t possess the capital to spend on additional drivers and trucks. With power-only trucking, you only hire drivers and trucks to transport your freight when and as needed.
If I need to move several trailers simultaneously, should I hire multiple carriers?: Depending on your load, it may be cheaper to hire one driver to eliminate deadhead distance. At Cowtown Logistics, we already have an extensive network of carriers and a premium fleet, so you only need to contact us, and we take care of the rest at the best rates.
What factors affect the rate of power-only shipping?: Weight and size because the heavier the haul is, the more fuel it costs. Deadhead distance; when a truck driver is driving without any freight, it also affects the rate. In power-only shipping, how long the driver travels without freight to the next pickup point is included in the rate.
Can you provide brokerage for power-only freight?: At Cowtown Logistics, our skilled drivers and logistics team are ready to help with all your freight needs, regardless of how simple or complex they are. In addition, our knowledgeable brokers can acquire any type of over-the-road, power-only freight services you require.