The Empty Truck Problem: A $150 Billion Waste

Every day, 35% of trucks on the road run empty—burning fuel, wasting time, and polluting our cities. But with smart technology, we can turn this inefficiency into opportunity.

RouteAlign.com is leading the charge by connecting shippers with empty trucks in real time—saving money, boosting earnings, and cutting emissions.

Real-World Impact: Cities & Companies Using RouteAlign

1. Atlanta, GA: Reducing Congestion & Emissions

• Problem: The I-75 corridor saw 500+ empty trucks daily, worsening traffic and pollution.
• Solution: Local carriers started using RouteAlign to fill return trips.
• Results in 6 Months:
  [1] 42% fewer empty trucks on key routes
  [2] $1.2M+ saved by regional shippers
  [3] 1,800+ tons of CO2 eliminated

 *”We cut our freight costs by 37% while helping truckers earn more. A true win-win.”*
— Atlanta Logistics Coalition

2. Texas Produce Industry: From Waste to Profit

• Problem: Refrigerated trucks often returned empty after delivering fresh food.
• Solution: Farmers posted backhaul opportunities on RouteAlign.
• Results:
  [1] 55% of empty reefers now carry return loads (mostly bottled water, dairy)
  [2] Drivers earn $900+ per round trip
  [3] Spoilage rates dropped (fewer rushed empty runs)

“Before RouteAlign, we deadheaded 3 days a week. Now? Maybe once a month.”
— Carlos M., Cold Chain Carrier

3. Los Angeles Port Crisis: Clearing Container Backlogs

• Problem: Thousands of empty containers piled up at terminals.
• Solution: RouteAlign matched exporters with empties headed inland.
• Results:
   28% faster container turnover
    

    Drayage drivers earned 40% more
  Port emissions fell 15% (fewer trucks idling)

  “This is the kind of tech that should be mandatory.”
— Port of LA Efficiency Task Force

💡 How RouteAlign’s Tech Works

1. AI-Powered Matching
   • Analyzes 100K+ truck routes daily to find the perfect load.
2. Real-Time GPS Tracking
   • Shows shippers exactly where empties are along their route.
3. Automated Bidding
   • Carriers set minimum rates; shippers book instantly.

Example:
*A truck dropping off in Chicago can pick up a partial load to Detroit within minutes—earning $1.50/mile instead of $0.*

📈 The Proof is in the Numbers

🚀 Join the Movement

Truckers: [Start Earning on Empty Miles]
Shippers: [Book Discounted Freight]
Cities: [Partner With Us]

“The future of freight isn’t just electric—it’s efficient.”