2024 Essential Management and Operating Information for the 100 Largest Private Carriers in North America
Up Front
The retail giant’s investments in its private fleet lift it to the top spot on the Top 100 Private Carriers list.
Even with favorable rates available from for-hire carriers, many shippers are expanding their private fleets.
Find out where the Top 100 Private Carriers are headquartered by region; hover over a region to view all companies located there.
Rankings
Top 100 Private | Food Service | Grocery | Beverage | Petroleum/Chemical | Industrial Gases | Agriculture/Food Processing | Wholesale/Retail | Manufacturing
Equipment Rental | Building Materials | Waste Management | Paper/Office Products | Construction | Healthcare | Uniform Rental | Media & Entertainment
Top Construction Carriers
| Current Rank | Company | Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MasTec Inc. |
737 |
| 2 | Michels Corp. |
405 |
| 3 | Williams Bros. Construction |
310 |
| 4 | Hulcher Services |
277 |
| 5 | R.J. Corman Railroad Services |
207 |
| 6 | Vulcan Materials |
181 |
| 7 | Terracon Consultants |
162 |
| 8 | Strata Corp. |
149 |
| 9 | Kilgore Cos. |
138 |
| 10 | Werner Construction |
119 |
| 11 | Morton Buildings |
77 |
| 12 | Ames Construction |
57 |
| 13 | Hadco Construction |
55 |
| 14 | Hellas Construction |
52 |
| 15 | New Enterprise Stone & Lime |
48 |
| 16 | Rieth-Riley Construction |
44 |
| 17 | Asplundh Tree Expert |
27 |
The Top 100 Private Carriers on this list operate their own trucks to carry freight and are ranked on the basis of the total number of highway tractors in the fleet. To be included in the Top 100 list, please send contact information to tteditor@ttnews.com. We will contact you via phone or e-mail to get information about your company prior to publication of the next Top 100 list.
Extras
Investments in electrification and alternative fuels are helping private fleets reach corporate sustainability targets.
The e-commerce giant has installed more than 17,000 chargers at 120 warehouses in the U.S.
Fleets across numerous industries have spent the past year growing in size and expanding operations.
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Drone developers gain approval to operate in shared airspace for package deliveries in the Dallas area.
Learn more about how carriers are selected for Transport Topics' Top 100 largest private carriers list.
Private Carrier News
Cummins debuts X15N engine in Europe
Cummins, which has offered the X15N in North America for the past two years, showcased the natural gas-powered version of its largest truck engine at IAA Transportation.
September 15, 2026China passes halfway point of U.S. soybean purchase promise
China has fulfilled more than half of its annual U.S. soybean purchase pledge, offering a bright spot for trade between the world’s two largest economies.
September 14, 2026Costco nearly doubles price for Kirkland motor oil
Costco's Kirkland Signature full-synthetic motor oil 5-quart two-pack now costs around $58, well above the approximately $30 it had been selling for just last year.
September 14, 2026Amazon suspends use of cargo carrier after fatal crash
The jet’s ownership history, weather conditions at the airport, maintenance records and operations by 21 Air were expected to be reviewed by investigators with the NTSB.
September 14, 2026Trucking companies and industry groups gear up for NTDAW
The trucking industry is rolling out giveaways, discounts and recognition events for professional drivers during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, which runs Sept. 13-19.
September 11, 2026Food industry warns prices will go up for rest of year
Conagra, Campbell’s and Clorox announced or signaled price increases as inflation, tariffs and higher input costs pressure margins.
September 11, 2026Amazon Air crash puts outsourcing model in focus again
Amazon’s use of contract cargo carriers may limit its liability after a fatal Miami crash involving an Amazon-branded jet.
September 9, 2026Amazon cargo jet increased thrust before runway overrun
The Amazon cargo plane that crashed in Miami on Sept. 7 increased thrust just seconds before it overran the runway and careered into two vehicles, NTSB said.
September 9, 2026General Mills, Mars, McKee allege sugar price collusion
General Mills, Mars and McKee Foods joined other food manufacturers and grocers in litigation that alleges top U.S. sugar producers colluded to inflate prices.
September 8, 2026Tariff refund checks offer companies only short-term relief
American retailers and manufacturers are getting relief from President Trump’s tariffs. But for some of the hardest hit companies, the benefits pale in comparison with the losses.
September 8, 2026
