When time is of the essence, traditional freight options may not cut it. That’s where expedited shipping steps in—offering faster, more flexible, and more attentive solutions for your most critical shipments. Whether you're moving high-value goods, time-sensitive materials, or just need a more personalized delivery experience, sprinter vans and box trucks are the go-to options.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through the essentials of expedited shipping and how these vehicle types can transform your logistics strategy.
Why Choose Expedited Shipping?
- Faster transit times than standard LTL or FTL
- Direct routes with minimal handling
- Special care for fragile, high-value, or sensitive cargo
- Sprinter vans and box trucks are ideal for these needs, offering a middle ground between parcel and full truckload services.
When to Use Expedited Shipping
Consider expedited shipping when:
You’re facing a tight deadline
Your shipment is time- or temperature-sensitive
You need white-glove service or special handling
You want to avoid delays from freight hubs or cross-docking
GETTING STARTED WITH EXPEDITED IN CABO TMS
Key Benefit:
Book expedited shipments in minutes—reduce downtime, keep production moving, and meet critical deadlines with confidence. CaboTMS gives you instant access to vetted equipment options and real-time availability.
Where to Go:
Click the TL/Expedited Shipments tab on the left-hand menu of CaboTMS. You’ll be able to select equipment, schedule pickups, and enter load details.
What to Do:
Choose your pickup date, enter origin/destination zip codes, and configure your load details (weight, packaging, and commodity). CaboTMS will recommend the best expedited equipment based on your shipment needs.
Equipment Guide: When to Use Each Vehicle
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Sprinter Van
Best for: Small, time-sensitive shipments (up to 3 standard pallets, ~3,500 lbs). Ideal for last-mile deliveries, e-commerce replenishment, or parts distribution.
Why use it: Fastest transit times. No dock needed. -
Small Straight Truck
Best for: Up to 3–4 standard pallets (~5,000 lbs). Great for urban deliveries or tighter residential areas where larger trucks can’t navigate.
Why use it: Versatile and cost-effective for mid-sized expedited freight. -
Large Straight Truck
Best for: Up to 14 standard pallets (~10,000 lbs). Ideal for regional shipments needing dedicated capacity without the size of a full trailer.
Why use it: Maximum volume with faster booking and transit than traditional FTL. -
Liftgate Straight Truck
Best for: Locations without a loading dock. Same specs as large straight truck but includes a hydraulic liftgate for easy ground-level loading.
Why use it: Safe handling for heavy items and commercial/residential locations without forklift access.
Pro Tip
Always match your equipment selection to both the volume of freight and facility access at pickup and delivery. Choosing the right vehicle not only saves cost—it reduces delays, damage, and accessorial charges.Expedited shipping with sprinter vans and box trucks offers a powerful combination of speed, flexibility, and attention to detail. Whether you're shipping across town or across the country, these solutions ensure your freight arrives fast, safe, and stress-free. Priority1 specializes in expedited shipping solutions. From sprinter vans built into CaboTMS to fully customized domestic air freight options. Whether you’re racing the clock or navigating complex routing needs, we’ve got you covered.
About CABOTMS
Skip the back-&-forth emails and calls—manage every load online with CaboTMS. Get instant quote comparisons, plan future shipments, & set custom tracking alerts in one dashboard. Direct carrier connections automate every LTL, FTL, and Expedited shipment, streamlining communications, BOL creation, and POD capture so your team can focus on growth—not paperwork. From standard LTL and full truckload to expedited, box trucks, partial truckload, open deck flatbed, goose neck, temperature-controlled, and expedited sprinters, CaboTMS keeps every mode under one roof.
