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Hotshot delivery service is urgent, point-to-point freight transportation where a dedicated vehicle is dispatched immediately for your shipment — no consolidation stops, no hub routing, no waiting for other freight. WTM Logistics provides hotshot delivery through its hotshot trucking service.
According to Statistics Canada, expedited freight services have grown significantly with resource sector demand — making hotshot delivery essential for time-critical supply chains in Western Canada.
What are the main types of hotshot delivery?
Local Hotshot — Same-day delivery within a city or metro area using sprinter vans or 1-ton trucks.
Regional Hotshot — Point-to-point delivery between cities within a few hundred kilometers.
Long-Haul Hotshot — Dedicated delivery across multiple provinces for urgent freight.
Heavy Hotshot — Flat deck or 5-ton truck for oversize urgent equipment.
Oilfield Hotshot — Specialized delivery for drilling parts and equipment to remote lease sites.
How does hotshot shipping work?
The hotshot truck is dispatched immediately to your pickup location. The driver loads your shipment and drives directly to the destination with no intermediate stops. Proof of delivery is captured upon arrival.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between hotshot and courier?
Hotshot typically handles larger freight (over 150 lbs) with dedicated vehicles. Courier handles parcels and documents. WTM provides both.
How fast is hotshot delivery?
Hotshot is the fastest option WTM offers — point-to-point with zero consolidation.
What equipment does hotshot use?
Sprinter vans, 1-ton trucks, 5-ton straight trucks, and flat decks — matched to your freight.
Book hotshot delivery with WTM Logistics. Email dispatch@wtmlogistics.com or call 587-316-2639.
