Plant to plant round trips
One price for the full loop. Parts go out, and racks, totes and empties come back. No separate quote for the return.
Freight broker, Columbus, Ohio. MC 1727458
Dedicated regional trucking for manufacturers in Ohio, Michigan, Indiana and Kentucky.
Same truck. Same schedule. Drivers home every night.
NXT Freight builds reliable lanes for plants that cannot afford a late truck. One price, one dispatcher, photo proof on every load.
- Photo proof of delivery
- Live tracking
- 98 percent on time target
We run every day from central Ohio
| Destination | State or region |
|---|---|
| Detroit | Michigan |
| Grand Rapids | Michigan |
| Indianapolis | Indiana |
| Louisville | Kentucky |
| Chicago | Illinois |
| The Northeast | Northeast U.S. |
Other lanes on request.
Why NXT
Built for reliability, not the cheapest price.
Plants pay for a truck that shows up. Here is what you get on every load.
- Based in ColumbusOhio, in the middle of your lanes.
- Photo proofPlus live tracking on every load.
- One written priceEvery charge listed before the truck moves.
- A named dispatcherA person who answers the phone.
- 98 percent on timeOur target, reported to you weekly.
What we do
Four ways we keep your line running.
Pick one or use all four. Each one is a set plan, not a guess.
Backup carrier
Your regular truck falls through. We cover the load so the line keeps running. Set it up before you need it.
Expedite and hot loads
Line down or short on parts? Call us. We find the truck, confirm the time and track it to your dock.
Dedicated daily shuttles
A set truck on a set schedule, with a trailer pool so a loaded trailer is always ready. Drivers home every night.
Industries
Freight we know how to move.
We focus on a few value niches where a late or damaged load costs real money.
| Industry | What we run |
|---|---|
| Auto parts, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers | Just in time, line down freight, milk runs, plant to plant round trips |
| Heavy truck and equipment parts | Parts runs between plants, warehouses and service sites |
| Packaging and reusable containers | Racks, totes and returnable containers, with empties brought back |
| Beauty and personal care makers | Components in and finished goods out, on a set schedule |
| Nutrition and medical supply | Clean, dry loads with careful handling and photo proof |
| Solar modules | Fragile, high value loads with photo proof at pickup and delivery |
| High value and white glove Available on request | Data center and network equipment, two person crews, photo proof |
The difference
Spot freight or a dedicated lane.
Spot freight has its place. Plants that run on a schedule need the second column.
| What matters | Spot freight | Dedicated lane with NXT |
|---|---|---|
| Truck | Often different each time | Same truck |
| Schedule | Found the day of | Same schedule, set ahead |
| Driver | Often an unknown driver | Home every night |
| Price | Can change load to load | One written price |
| Proof of delivery | Varies | Photo proof on every load |
How we work
Three steps. No surprises.
Quote in 1 hour
Send the lane and the freight. You get one written price with every charge listed.
Confirm the truck and the time
We name the carrier, the truck and the pickup time before anything moves.
Track and photo proof
Live tracking on every load. Photo proof at pickup and at delivery.
For carriers
Haul for NXT. Be home at night.
We are a broker that works with vetted carriers on set regional lanes.
- Fast pay optionsAsk us how to get paid quickly.
- Home nightly lanesRegular runs out of central Ohio.
- No feesNo fees to sign up or to haul.
Questions
Quick answers.
Are you a broker?
Yes. NXT Freight LLC is a licensed freight broker in Columbus, Ohio. MC 1727458, USDOT 4400802. We arrange your freight with vetted independent carriers and manage every load.
What lanes do you run?
We run every day between central Ohio and Detroit, Indianapolis, Louisville, Grand Rapids, Chicago and the Northeast. Our focus is Ohio, Michigan, Indiana and Kentucky. Ask about other lanes.
How fast can you quote?
Within 1 hour during business hours. Send the form below or call (614) 733-8411.
What do you need from me?
Pickup and delivery locations, the pickup date or window, what the freight is, and your contact details. Dock hours and special handling help us price it right the first time.
Do you handle returns and empty containers?
Yes. We plan the return leg with the outbound load, including racks, totes and reusable containers. You get one price for the round trip.
For shippers
Get a quote
Tell us about the load. You get one written price in 1 hour during business hours.
All fields are required except notes.
For carriers
Carrier sign up
Send us your details. We check authority, insurance and safety record, then reach out.
All fields are required.
Contact
Talk to a person.
Call or email. A named dispatcher answers.
NXT Freight LLC is a licensed freight broker based in Columbus, Ohio. MC 1727458. USDOT 4400802. We arrange freight with vetted independent carriers.