Struggling to find reliable owner-operators and small trucking companies for inbound freight without using brokers.

Existing freight matching platforms either charge high fees (brokers) or lack a purpose-built network specifically for owner-operators and small carriers serving consistent repeat lanes.

Severity

3Medium

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

Jun 9, 2026

App Concept

DirectHaul Connect

DirectHaul Connect is a B2B freight matching platform that connects shippers directly with vetted owner-operators and small trucking companies, bypassing brokers. Shippers post recurring lanes and carriers bid, with transparent pricing and no middleman fees. Built for small businesses that value long-term relationships and reliability.

Key Features

Post recurring lanes with flexible scheduling
Vetted owner-operator and small carrier network
Direct messaging between shipper and carrier
Integrated rating and review system
Automated dispatch and tracking
No broker fees; flat subscription for shippers

Target Users: Small to mid-sized shippers (e.g., building material distributors) with consistent repeat lanes who want to avoid broker fees and build direct carrier relationships.

Revenue Model: $99/mo subscription for shippers (unlimited posts), carriers pay 2% transaction fee or $29/mo for premium listing

Existing Solutions Mentioned

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