Trucking and freight in Michigan
Michigan is the heart of the US auto industry, with Detroit-area assembly and supplier plants generating constant just-in-time freight. Detroit is also one of the busiest US–Canada border crossings, and Grand Rapids is a major manufacturing hub.
Key industries we support in Michigan
- Automotive
- Furniture and manufacturing
- Agriculture
- Defense
- Chemicals
Trucking services in Michigan
Full Truckload
A whole trailer dedicated to your freight, moving directly from pickup to delivery with no terminal transfers.
Refrigerated Transportation
Temperature-controlled trucking for food, beverages and other products that must stay within a set range.
Expedited Freight
Urgent, exclusive-use trucking for time-critical freight that cannot wait.
Dedicated Trucking
Trucks and drivers assigned to your lanes and schedule, without the commitment of a full contract fleet.
Heavy Equipment Transportation
Safe hauling for excavators, dozers, loaders, cranes, tractors and other heavy machinery.
Intermodal Drayage
Trucking between rail ramps and your facilities — the first and last mile of every intermodal move.
Heavy haul and oversize loads in Michigan
Over-dimensional and overweight loads travelling in Michigan need a permit from the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), and loads that cross state lines need a permit from each state on the route. We plan the route, secure permits and arrange escorts where required. Heavy haul trucking.
Operating conditions to plan for
Michigan has seasonal weight restrictions (frost laws) in spring and permits allowing heavier axle configurations than many states.
Cities we serve in Michigan
Trucking in Michigan: FAQs
Does Gelle Transport serve Michigan?
Yes. We provide full truckload, LTL, refrigerated, expedited, dedicated, heavy haul and intermodal services for shippers in Michigan, dispatched from Kansas City and supported by vetted partner carriers.
How long does a truckload take from Kansas City to Michigan?
To Lansing it is roughly 690 road miles — about 2 days solo, or about 1 day with team drivers.
Who issues oversize permits in Michigan?
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT).
Which interstates serve Michigan?
Major routes include I-75, I-94, I-96, I-69, I-196, I-696.
How do I get a quote?
Use our quote form, call +1 (816) 482-2607 or WhatsApp us.