Why Trucking is a Smart Investment
The trucking industry is the backbone of the U.S. economy, responsible for transporting over 70% of all freight. With rising e-commerce demand, logistics growth, and ongoing supply chain needs, trucking remains a resilient and profitable industry.

This presentation explores the annual revenue potential for a 1-truck operation across three major categories:

1. General Cargo Transport

2. Long-Haul Transport

3. Local Transport

    Let’s discover how to turn your trucking investment into a reliable and lucrative business.
 
    Revenue Potential for a 1-Truck Operation
    General Cargo Transport (Freight Hauling)

• Description: Transporting goods between businesses, distribution centers, and warehouses.

• Annual Revenue Potential: $150,000 - $200,000

• Why It’s Profitable:

  • Steady demand for transporting dry goods, perishables, and consumer products.

  • Opportunities to secure long-term contracts with retailers and manufacturers.
     

  • Long-Haul Transport (Over-the-Road)

  • Description: Transporting goods across states, typically 500+ miles per trip.

  • Annual Revenue Potential: $180,000 - $250,000

  • Why It’s Profitable:

  • Higher rates per mile (averaging $1.75 - $2.50 per mile).

  • Ability to take on high-value, long-distance contracts.

  • Consistent demand for interstate shipping, especially with e-commerce growth.
    
     

  • Local Transport (Short-Haul)

  • Description: Delivering goods within a 150-mile radius.

  • Annual Revenue Potential: $100,000 - $160,000

  • Why It’s Profitable:

  • High demand for same-day or next-day deliveries.

  • Potential for multiple deliveries per day in urban areas.

  • Flexibility to work with local businesses, retailers, and distribution hubs.
     

  • Key Benefits of Starting a Trucking Business

  • High Demand & Stability: The trucking industry supports nearly every sector of the economy.

  • Profit Potential: With just one truck, you can generate up to $250,000 annually.

  • Flexibility: Choose the type of trucking that suits your lifestyle: local, regional, or long-haul.

  • Independence: Be your own boss, set your own schedule, and scale as you grow.
     

  • What Makes This the Right Time to Invest?

  • Supply Chain Needs: Businesses need reliable transport partners more than ever.

  • E-commerce Boom: Online shopping has increased the demand for freight and local deliveries.

  • Driver Shortages: Fewer drivers in the market mean more opportunities for owner-operators.