About Us
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DHE Transportation is the West Coast operating region of AAA Cooper Transportation, an independent subsidiary of Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings (NYSE: KNX). DHE Transportation offers less-than-truckload, dedicated contract carriage, fleet maintenance, truckload, brokerage, and international services. Together, DHE Transportation, Midwest Motor Express, and AAA Cooper Transportation provide extended direct coverage and resources across a substantial area of the United States. Additionally, our robust Affiliate Carrier Program extends DHE Transportation's coverage area into Canada, Mexico, and across the globe.
DHE Transportation Tractors
300
DHE Transportation Trailers
1,000
DHE Transportation Employees
600
Total Tractors - All Brands
4,000
Total Trailers - All Brands
10,600
Total Employees - All Brands
7,600
Mission, Vision & Values
- MissionTo solve our customers’ transportation needs through complementary, integrated, and flexible transportation services.
- VisionTo be the most respected, safest, most innovative, and the most efficient carrier in our chosen markets.
- Values
- Integrity - We do the right thing
- Innovation - We continually seek innovative solutions for our customers
- Competence - We are competent and caring
- Teamwork - We get there together
- Humility - Be humble and respectful of others
Recent News
Action Guaranteed Day Service
Action Guaranteed Day (AGD) service is now available within the DHE Transportation, AAA Cooper Transportation, and Midwest Motor Express network. This service provides another layer of certainty to the network's highly reliable LTL services. AGD shipments move with enhanced visibility, ensuring arrival within the published transit day standards. When Action Guaranteed Day service is needed, it is as simple as notating it on the Bill of Lading. For a complete description of the Action Guaranteed Day service, refer to Item 895 in the LTL Freight Services 190 Rules Tariff.
Joe Finney appointed president of DHE Transportation
Joe Finney was recently appointed president of the DHE Transportation regional brand. His career began as a driver and dockworker while attending Arizona State University. Mr. Finney brings over 30 years of industry experience and will oversee all aspects of DHE Transportation's operations.
DHE Transportation joins the Knight-Swift family
On July 30th, 2024, Dependable Supply Chain Services' LTL division joined the Knight-Swift family of LTL carriers and was rebranded as DHE Transportation. With this acquisition, we unite with two other prominent brands: AAA Cooper Transportation and Midwest Motor Express. Together, we operate on a single network, using a single PRO number across all brands, while building out a national footprint.
Careers with DHE Transportation
DHE Transportation offers excellent opportunities for employees with a wide range of skills, experience, and backgrounds. Click the button below to learn more about available opportunities and to complete an online application.
Sustainability in Action
DHE Transportation is committed to supporting environmentally sound business practices. Whether through a formalized program such as SmartWay® or by simply reducing miles driven through advanced operations research applications, DHE Transportation strives to achieve a minimal impact footprint on our environment. Some of our efforts that favorably impact the environment include:
- More fuel-efficient tractors with automatic transmissions improve RPM control during shifting.
- Side skirts on trailers improve the overall drag coefficient and MPG.
- Enhanced tire compositions and setups lead to reduced rolling resistance and increased MPG.
- LTL system flow improvements enhance loaded fill rates, reducing the miles required per shipment.
- Advanced data center designs reduce HVAC demands and overall utility consumption.
- Recycle used oil, oil filters, antifreeze, batteries, and scrap steel.
- Maintenance shop towels are laundered for reuse.
- Retread tires to extend lifespan and reduce tire waste.
- Utilization of efficient LED lighting and solar technology.
- Integration of electric vehicles and forklifts.
- CARB compliant.
- Use of R99 renewable diesel fuel to reduce emissions.
View the SmartWay certificate.
History
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DHE Transportation's history dates back to 1950 when Harry Massman launched the company with a single bobtail truck in downtown Los Angeles, CA, and named it Dependable Trucking. In 1964 and 1973, his sons, Ron and Bob, joined the family business. After four years of dedicated service, Ron Massman was appointed president of Dependable Trucking. Both brothers held various roles within the company, contributing to sales, operations, and administration, helping to shape its growth and success.
In 1986, Dependable Trucking's name was officially changed to Dependable Highway Express, Inc. (DHE). Not long after, Mike Dougan joined the Dependable family as controller and quickly rose to the position of chief financial officer (CFO) in 1993. Over the years, the company experienced significant growth through strategic expansions and acquisitions. In 2001, DHE extended its operations into Arizona, and by 2010, it further expanded into Nevada, establishing itself as a prominent regional carrier in the Southwest.
In 2013, Joe Finney joined Dependable Highway Express as the LTL division's chief operating officer (COO). With over 30 years of operational and leadership experience, Joe played a key role in upgrading the fleet and advancing systems and technology. His contributions were crucial in driving DHE through a period of remarkable growth.
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With growth came opportunity, and in July 2024, Dependable Highway Express's LTL division transitioned from being part of a privately held company to joining the Knight-Swift family (NYSE: KNX). The LTL division was rebranded as DHE Transportation, and the corporate office was relocated to Ontario, CA. Today, DHE Transportation serves as the West Coast operating region of AAA Cooper Transportation, an independent subsidiary of Knight-Swift. Together, DHE Transportation, AAA Cooper Transportation, and Midwest Motor Express are developing a national LTL network.
DHE Transportation is led by president Joe Finney and Charlie Prickett, chief executive officer (CEO).
Contact Us
| DHE Transportation |
| 1351 South Campus Avenue |
| Ontario, CA 91761 |
| Phone: | (909) 510-6103 |
| Toll-Free: | (888) 301-7480 |