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Power Only Dispatch Services for Bobtail and Tractor-Only Carriers

Bonafide dispatches power-only carriers — Amazon Relay, XPO, Schneider FreightPower, and direct broker drop-and-hook freight, nationwide.

Quick answer

Power only dispatch is dispatch service for tractor-only carriers that pull broker-owned or shipper-owned trailers. Bonafide books drop-and-hook power-only freight from Amazon Relay, Convoy-style networks, and direct brokers.

At a glance

Bonafide provides power only dispatch nationwide, with verified market coverage in Texas, California. Flat 5–10% of gross, carrier keeps authority, no contracts.

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Definition
Power Only DispatchPower only trucking is a service where the carrier provides the tractor and driver only, hooking to a trailer supplied by the broker or shipper. Power only dispatch matches the tractor with drop-and-hook trailers and freight.

What's included

  • Direct broker network access
  • Drop-trailer planning
  • Multi-load sequencing

Best for

  • Tractor-only carriers
  • New authorities without trailers
  • Fleets running mixed equipment
Equipment
Day CabSleeper Tractor

How Bonafide dispatch works

From signup to settlement — a simple, transparent process built around how owner-operators and fleets actually run.

  1. 01

    Free quote call

    15 minutes on the phone — lanes, equipment, target RPM, home time. No commitment.

  2. 02

    Sign + onboard

    Carrier-dispatch agreement, W-9, MC + DOT, and a COI listing Bonafide as Certificate Holder.

  3. 03

    Broker setup

    We get you set up under your MC with our vetted broker network and credit-check every broker before booking.

  4. 04

    Load sourcing + negotiation

    We source power only loads from DAT, Truckstop, and direct partners, then negotiate up from the posted rate.

  5. 05

    Your approval

    We send the rate confirmation for your sign-off. Nothing books without you.

  6. 06

    Run + recover

    We chain loads 2–3 days out, track delivery, recover detention/TONU, and send weekly settlement summaries.

Industries served

Industries we serve

Bonafide dispatches into the shippers, brokers, and direct accounts that move the freight you haul.

  • Manufacturing
  • Construction
  • Agriculture
  • Food + beverage
  • Automotive
  • Energy

Load types we dispatch

Power Only load types we book

Real freight, sourced from DAT, Truckstop, and direct broker partners — matched to your equipment and lane preferences.

  • Day Cab
  • Sleeper Tractor

Why carriers choose Bonafide for power only

Why carriers choose Bonafide for power only

  • Flat % of gross — no setup fees, no contracts
  • Dedicated U.S.-based dispatcher, not a call center
  • 24/7 after-hours coverage for breakdowns + reschedules
  • DAT + Truckstop + 1,000+ direct broker network
  • You approve every load — no forced dispatch
  • Detention, layover, and TONU aggressively recovered

How we compare

Power Only: Bonafide vs self-dispatch vs brokers

FeatureBonafide DispatchSelf-dispatchFreight broker
Flat % of gross — no setup fees
No forced dispatch
Negotiates every rateNegotiates against you
Handles broker setup + paperwork
Detention + TONU recoveryOn your time
24/7 after-hours coverage
Keeps 100% of MC authorityRe-brokers under theirs

Onboarding & process timeline

From signup to first load — typically under 48 hours

  1. Day 0

    Free quote call

    15-minute conversation to map your lanes, equipment, and target RPM for power only.

  2. Day 1

    Onboarding packet

    Sign carrier-dispatch agreement, send W-9, COI listing Bonafide as Certificate Holder, MC + DOT authority.

  3. Day 1–2

    Broker setup

    We set you up with our network of 1,000+ vetted brokers under your MC authority — credit-checked before any load.

  4. Day 2–3

    First load booked

    Loads sourced, rates negotiated, rate con sent for your approval — you accept before we book.

  5. Week 1+

    Run + settle

    Loads chained 2–3 days out, detention and TONU recovered, weekly settlement summary delivered.

Case studies

Recent results

TX ↔ CA

Owner-op moved from self-dispatch to Bonafide

+18% RPM in 30 days

Single-truck power only operator was spending 4+ hours/day on the load board. Bonafide took over sourcing and negotiation — average rate per mile jumped within the first month.

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IL ↔ FL

Small fleet eliminated weekend dispatch headaches

Zero deadhead Sundays

5-truck power only fleet handed Bonafide their weekend coverage. Drivers came back to pre-booked Monday loads instead of empty trailers.

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PA ↔ GA

New MC authority booked first week

First load in 48 hours

Brand-new power only authority signed Friday, fully onboarded and broker-set-up by Monday, first load delivered by Wednesday.

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What carriers say

What drivers say

"Bonafide actually negotiates. I was leaving $200–$400 a load on the table doing my own power only dispatch."
Marcus T.
Power Only Owner-Operator • Dallas, TX
"Called Bonafide on a Thursday, my truck was loaded by Monday morning. No setup fees, no games."
Renee A.
Power Only Owner-Operator • Atlanta, GA
"My dispatcher knows my home base, knows my preferred lanes, and answers the phone at 11 PM when a broker tries to cut detention. That's what I'm paying for."
Jorge M.
Power Only Fleet Owner — 6 trucks • Phoenix, AZ
Carrier Reference Info

Quick Operations FAQ & Details

Quick answers

Concise, AI-extractable answers to the questions drivers and fleets ask most.

What is power only dispatch?

Power only dispatch is dispatch service for tractor-only carriers that pull broker-owned or shipper-owned trailers. Bonafide books drop-and-hook power-only freight from Amazon Relay, Convoy-style networks, and direct brokers.

How does power only dispatch work?

A Bonafide dispatcher sources power only loads from DAT, Truckstop, and direct broker partners, negotiates the rate, sends the rate confirmation for your approval, then handles broker setup, BOLs, and detention recovery — you stay on the truck, we work the phones.

Who should use power only dispatch?

Power Only Dispatch is built for tractor-only carriers, new authorities without trailers, fleets running mixed equipment — carriers who want professional load sourcing and rate negotiation without giving up their MC authority.

How much does power only dispatch cost?

Bonafide charges a flat 5–10% of gross load revenue for power only dispatch — no setup fees, no monthly minimums, no long-term contracts. Pricing is finalized after a free quote call.

What are the benefits of power only dispatch?

Carriers who use Bonafide power only dispatch typically see no trailer investment; drop-and-hook = less detention; amazon relay-ready, while keeping 100% control of their authority and home time.

Frequently asked

How much does power only dispatch cost?

Bonafide power only dispatch is billed as a flat percentage of your gross load revenue — typically 5–10% depending on lane mix and fleet size. There are no setup fees, no forced dispatch, and no long-term contracts.

What do I need to start power only dispatch with Bonafide?

You need active MC and DOT numbers, a current Certificate of Insurance with Bonafide listed as Certificate Holder, a W-9, and a signed dispatch-carrier agreement. Most owner-operators are dispatched on their first load within 24–48 hours.

Do I have to accept every load Bonafide books?

No. You set your home base, lane preferences, minimum rate per mile, and equipment availability. We negotiate and present loads; you approve or decline before booking.

How does Bonafide find loads?

We pull from DAT and Truckstop load boards, direct broker relationships, shipper contracts, and private freight networks — then negotiate up from the posted rate using lane data and detention/accessorial pricing.

Do brokers provide the trailer, or do I need to hook to a specific one?

On power-only loads the broker or shipper supplies the trailer at pickup — you show up bobtail. We verify trailer type, condition notes, and drop location on the rate con so you don't arrive to a trailer that's damaged, mis-marked, or not there. Trailer interchange insurance requirements are checked before booking.

Is Bonafide set up with Amazon Relay, Convoy-style networks, and Uber Freight?

Yes — we book power-only loads through Amazon Relay, Uber Freight, Loadsmart, and multiple digital drop-and-hook networks in addition to legacy brokers (XPO, Schneider FreightPower, JB Hunt 360). That's how power-only carriers stay loaded without carrying trailer overhead.

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