Rosa Delgado
48' Flatbed (OD Permitted)
Flatbed • Revenue Increase • West Coast
The Challenge
Rosa was an owner-operator running a flatbed who had been stuck with construction materials at low spot rates. With fuel costs rising, she was barely breaking even on the Dallas-LA lane. She came to Grow Trucking after three consecutive months of net losses and was considering selling her truck.
Grow Trucking Solution
We identified that Rosa's flatbed was ideal for oversize machinery and wind turbine components — a high-demand, high-rate niche she had never tapped. Grow Trucking connected her with two industrial manufacturers and an energy company running regular OD loads. We handled all permitting paperwork, pilot car coordination, and state weight limit filings.
Route Optimization
I-20 West with a permitted OD corridor through New Mexico. We arranged fuel discounts at 7 Flying J locations along the route, reducing fuel cost by $0.09/gallon.
Results at a Glance
| Metric | Before Grow Trucking | After Grow Trucking |
|---|---|---|
| Rate per Mile | $1.95/mile | $2.80/mile |
| Weekly Revenue | $5,850 | $8,400 |
| Weekly Net Income | -$105 (loss) | +$2,225 profit |
| Fuel Cost/Trip | $980 | $740 |
| Loads per Week | 6 loads | 9 loads |
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