Dry Freight
Standard dry van freight moved safely and on schedule. General commodities, palletized goods, and full truckloads — hauled with care across the lower 48.
53' Dry VansOTR Carrier · Michigan City, Indiana
Drive with the
Gold Standard.
Owner-operator friendly carrier running dry freight, expedited, and dedicated lanes across all 48 states — with 88% of gross revenue going where it belongs: to you.
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Who We Are
The Standard Is
in the Name
Gold Standard Transport Inc is an over-the-road carrier headquartered in Michigan City, Indiana — where the I-94 corridor carries Midwest freight to every corner of the country. From our home base on Lake Michigan's south shore, our trucks run dry, expedited, and dedicated freight across all 48 states.
We're built around one belief: the person behind the wheel deserves the biggest share of the load — and the whole truth about what it pays. Our drivers keep 88% of gross revenue, see every rate confirmation with their own eyes, and always reach a dispatcher who picks up. No blacklisted brokers. No hidden math. No games.
That's not a slogan. That's the gold standard we named the company after.
Michigan City, IN 46360 — home base
Live lanes reaching all 48 states, coast to coast
What We Stand For
Honesty, Loyalty, Compassion
At Gold Standard Transport Inc, we value honesty, loyalty, and compassion. We are committed to creating a work environment that reflects these values and supports our drivers' success. If you are a CDL Class A truck driver looking for a company that values your hard work and offers a supportive work environment, we invite you to join our team. Contact us today to learn more about our employment opportunities.
A Family Company
Small Fleet, Loyal Drivers
Gold Standard Transport Inc is a small, family-run company based in Michigan City, Indiana. Our mission is to provide exceptional transportation services with a small fleet of loyal drivers and happy customers.
Relationships First
The Way It Should Be
There was a time when customers built relationships with their providers. That relationship was a foundation for loyalty, respect, and therefore profitability for both parties involved. Nowadays, it seems most companies are only concerned with making a quick profit, at the cost of good service. We do not agree with that philosophy. We build relationships with the people in the company — and that is exactly why our customers value our service and our rates.
Transparency First
Every RTC goes to you and your dispatcher at the same time.
Always On
Dispatch answers 24/7 — nights, weekends, holidays.
Driver First
You're an independent business partner, not a truck number.
What We Haul
Freight Services
Three ways we keep America's freight moving — and our drivers earning.
Expedited
When the clock is the cargo. Time-critical loads with round-the-clock dispatch coordination and direct communication from pickup to proof of delivery.
Time-CriticalDedicated
Consistent lanes, consistent revenue. Long-term dedicated contracts with trusted clients — predictable miles for drivers, reliable capacity for partners.
Steady LanesOur Partners
The brokers and shippers we move freight for — steady lanes, verified loads.
The Driver Deal
Why Drivers Choose Gold Standard
No fine print, no games. Here is exactly what you get when you sign on.
88%
of gross revenue — yours
You do the driving, you keep the money. A straight 88/12 split on every load, with the rate confirmation sent directly to you and your dispatcher — so you always see exactly what the load pays.
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24/7 Dispatch
A real dispatcher on the line — any hour, any time zone, any day of the year.
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Fuel Cards + Discounts
Company fuel cards with negotiated discounts at major truck stops nationwide.
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Weekly Paychecks
Get paid every single week. Your money moves as fast as you do.
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All 48 States
We run the entire lower 48 — the freight map is wide open.
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Dedicated Clients
Steady freight from long-term partners means fewer empty miles.
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1099 Independent Contractor
You run your business. We keep the freight coming.
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No Blacklisted Brokers
We work only with verified, reputable brokers — your time is never wasted.
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Full Rate Transparency
The RTC lands in your inbox and your dispatcher's at the same time. No secrets.
Qualify in Minutes
Driver Requirements
We keep the bar high and the list short. If you check these boxes, we want to talk to you today.
Start Your ApplicationValid CDL Class A
Current and in good standing.
2+ Years of OTR Experience
A minimum of two years over-the-road.
Clean MVR
A clean motor vehicle record.
Trucks Up to 10 Years Old
We run equipment up to ten years old — just keep that inspection current.
No Serious Traffic Violations
None in the past 2 years.
Clean Recent History
No violations for Driving While Suspended, Disqualified, or Expired in the past 6 months.
Join the Fleet
Ready to Roll?
Fill out the quick form and hit send — it goes straight to our recruiting team and we'll get back to you fast. Prefer to talk? Call us. Dispatch is up 24/7.