Our Expert Drivers
Our Drivers: The Heart of Reliable Shipping
We believe that great drivers are the foundation of exceptional freight services. Our team of highly trained drivers doesn’t just deliver your products—they act as an extension of your company, providing specialized care for wine, spirits, and other temperature-sensitive goods. With low turnover and unparalleled experience, our drivers form trusted relationships with our clients, often on a first-name basis, and are dedicated to getting your cargo safely to its destination.
Specialized in Wine and Spirits Shipping
We’re a boutique company focused on the beverage and wine & spirits industry, and our drivers are experts in the unique needs of transporting these products. They understand your cargo’s delicate nature and how to handle it meticulously. From precise temperature control to ensuring safe and on-time delivery, our drivers know the process inside and out. We take on the complexities of shipping so you can focus on your business, not the logistics.
Safety is Our Priority
Keeping your cargo safe during transit is about more than just getting from point A to point B—it’s about how we get there. Our drivers are continually trained and re-trained in fleet safety and best practices to reduce risks on the road. We work with them to minimize hard braking, speeding, and sharp turns—common causes of freight damage. Our drivers are also educated in key practices for maximum security, such as using anti-theft devices consistently, high-security codes required to start our trucks, and where and how to load and unload to minimize the risk of cargo theft or damage.
Secure, Reliable, and Scalable
No shipment is too big or too small. With our scalable solutions, you can ship as much or as little as you need—whether it’s a few pallets for a retailer or a full refrigerated truckload for larger distribution.
Our fleet is equipped with the latest safety technology:
Adaptive Cruise Control
Lane Change Sensors
On-Board Dash Cams
Tablets for Precise Routing
Key codes to start vehicle
anti-theft devices
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Killer Pay & Benefits
Our killer pay structure features a competitive CPM, Drop/Pick Pay, Layover, Breakdown, and Detention. Our benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability, Accident, Critical Care, as well as 401k matching.
New & Well-Maintained Equipment
We not only take good care of our drivers, but our equipment as well. Our fleet is obsessively well-maintained so that our drivers and their routes are set up for success.
Flexibility & Customized Runs
We also offer customized runs to ensure our drivers have the freedom and flexibility needed to lead a happy and balanced life outside of work.
Feel Like Family
We know our drivers are at the heart of everything we do. Centrally located in Salt Lake City, Utah, we take great pride in our drivers and treat them like the superstars that they are. Here at Advantage, our drivers – and our customers – are treated like family… because you are.
How Much Will My Shipping Cost?
Whether it’s real-time GPS tracking or how our shipping process works, we here at Advantage Transportation like to be transparent with our loyal customers. That’s why we have an instant quote tool available for existing prospective and existing customers alike. See immediately what your shipment might cost!
Why Choose Advantage
focus on Safety & Security
Because of our skilled drivers and our focus on safety, we hold the highest possible safety score with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). Year after year, our freight damage rate is next to nothing. With the latest safety technology on board and drivers trained specifically for refrigerated LTL shipping, you know your product is in good hands at Advantage Transportation.
Owner-operated business that values its staff
When you choose Advantage Transportation for your refrigerated LTL or general freight truck shipping services, you're choosing drivers who care about your business as much as you do. We get to know your logistics needs, your products, and the importance of delivering cargo on time and in ideal condition. And best of all, you’re supporting an owner-operated business that truly values and cares for our employees.
Friendly Drivers you know & trust
We are constantly hearing from our customers how much they love their drivers. Our friendly drivers get to know regular clients on a first-name basis and build rapport that lasts for many years. Their ability to provide impeccable service while getting to know their routes and customers well has instilled real confidence in Advantage’s wine & spirits services. These long-lasting customer relationships add an extra layer of trust and personability that you just can’t get with corporate-run shipping services.
Best Insurance in the biz - already included!
Even with our stellar safety record, we go out of our way to provide additional peace of mind for our clients by carrying some of the best cargo insurance in the industry. We carry some of the highest released values around, and this great coverage through Traveler's is already included in our standard freight rates. Plus our policies are specifically written for refrigerated beverages including wine and spirits, which many standard cargo insurance won't cover.
What Our Staff Says
World-class freight services
for the wine & spirits industry
