Strategizing Through Volatility: RPM Moves with Resiliency
In recent years, the finished vehicle logistics supply chain has faced mounting challenges, including labor and equipment shortages, fluctuating demand, and rising operational costs. Despite this, RPM remained steadfast and resilient through leveraging its non-asset-based model. RPM grew its network of carriers by roughly 20%, enabling carriers to increase their fleet size and the amount of capacity offered to vehicle shippers throughout North America.
RPM Moves to Redefine Industry Standards
At its core, RPM's strategic, non-asset-based model enhances operational flexibility and empowers carriers to run confidently through regional density. By forming strategic partnerships, RPM provides a robust platform for small to mid-sized carriers, facilitating their expansion and technological upgrades, meeting immediate business demands, and positioning them to tackle future challenges.
Richard, an auto hauler from Amarillo, TX shared his experience: "We onboarded with RPM in 2023, and since then, we've been able to grow our fleet from 5 trucks to 15 in 2024. We plan on adding more trucks in 2025, all made possible by the positive impact RPM has had on our business and allowing us to continue to invest in our business."
RPM's model promotes carrier scalability by offering consistent, high-volume business that enables carriers to expand their fleets and capabilities confidently. This investment is not just in physical assets but also in adopting advanced technologies that align with RPM's innovative logistics solutions.
"Our vision is to revolutionize the automotive logistics industry through agile, innovative solutions that create a seamless, reliable experience, setting new standards for service and performance," says John Perkovich, President of RPM North America. "A strong network of quality carriers is crucial to achieving our vision. We are heavily invested in tools designed from carrier feedback, providing them with dedicated business through our Routing Guide, Marketplace, and the RPM Drive App.
RPM Moves to Improve Carrier Success
RPM's strategic network design eliminates inefficiencies, providing carriers with continuous movement, minimizing empty miles, and optimizing route efficiency. The company's commitment extends beyond logistics coordination – RPM also offers on-site support and performance analytics to help enhance driver efficiency and shipper experience.
The commitment to carrier prosperity translates into better shipper service levels. By enabling carriers to expand and modernize, they have the capacity and technological edge to meet diverse vehicle shipper needs effectively.
The impact of RPM's partnership model is profound, as evidenced by the substantial growth in its carriers' fleet capacities—many have increased their fleet by 20-40% in the last two years. "This expansion is a direct result of the collaborative efforts to fine-tune operational efficiencies and maximize investment returns. This flywheel effect not only drives carriers' growth but also amplifies their capability to handle increased vehicle shipper demand." says Jeff Dzierbicki, SVP, Vehicle Operations at RPM?
RPM Moves to Create Forward-Thinking Partnerships
RPM's strategic model redefines the logistics landscape, providing high-quality small-to-medium carriers with an opportunity to be entrepreneurial and optimize their potential through the robust RPM platform.
Dave, an auto hauler from Los Angeles, CA. shared his experience:?"RPM has been integral in growing our company over the last few years. Since partnering with RPM, we have grown the fleet from 15 trucks in 2021, doubling to more than 32 trucks. The steady nature of work has positively impacted our company, allowing us to expand our capabilities and expand the number and footprint of trucks even further."?
Globally, RPM is poised in 2025 and beyond to continue redefining vehicle logistics through innovation and strategic foresight, ensuring its carriers and vehicle shippers thrive in this dynamic environment.
RPM provides the automotive ecosystem with flexible logistics for the transportation of finished vehicles. To support the exact requirements of our clients, RPM’s custom-engineered technology automates, optimizes, and digitizes the shipping process throughout a vehicle’s life cycle. Backed by experienced operational support teams, our asset-light model is agile and flexible, bridging transportation modes regardless of scope and complexity to drive an operational advantage for our clients.