Commercial Truck Border Crossing Services

Move commercial freight across borders with experienced coordination, compliant carriers, and real-time visibility from pickup through customs clearance and final delivery. Little John Transportation Services supports U.S.–México, U.S.–Canada, and North American lanes with bilingual teams, vetted capacity, bonded freight capabilities, and specialized equipment for truckload, hazmat, heavy-haul, cold chain, and expedited cross-border shipments.

Commercial trucks at a border crossing facility

Our Commercial Truck Border Crossing Services

Coordinated North American border freight solutions for truckload, expedited, reefer, hazmat, heavy-haul, and specialized cargo.

U.S.–México Crossing

Bilingual teams coordinate freight across major U.S.–México gateways with CTPAT-validated operations, customs brokerage support, bonded cargo handling, transloading options, and access to a 50-acre Laredo facility.

Canada Cross-Border

Move freight across Canada, the United States, and México with CSA, FAST, and C-TPAT capabilities, bonded and in-bond options, and access to a broad Landstar Canada network.

Truckload Freight

Cross-border truckload capacity supports dry van, flatbed, reefer, specialized, regional, long-haul, and government freight with 24/7 dispatch, tracking, and carriers vetted against legal and insurance standards.

Expedited Crossing

For urgent border moves, expedited service uses team drivers, direct routing, hot-shot options, staged capacity, and 24/7 dispatch to protect critical production, AOG, defense, and life-science schedules.

Cold Chain

Temperature-controlled border shipments are managed with reefer capacity, thermal-mapped equipment, live monitoring, pre-cool confirmation, exception alerts, sanitation logs, and GDP- and FSMA-aligned handling.

Hazmat Transport

Hazmat cross-border freight is supported by HMSP credentials, hazmat-endorsed operators, TPS approval, AA&E certification, Responsible Care practices, and security-focused procedures for regulated commodities.

Dispatcher tracking cross-border freight movement

Our Border Crossing Process

Confirm Lane and Freight Requirements

Your account team confirms origin, destination, commodity, timing, equipment, and border gateway requirements. For U.S.–México freight, bilingual operations help align shipper, carrier, broker, and consignee expectations before dispatch.

Assign Vetted Cross-Border Capacity

Prepare Customs and Compliance Paperwork

Monitor Crossing Through Delivery

Trusted By Leaders

Cross-Border Results

Trusted by enterprise shippers moving complex freight across North America’s most demanding border corridors.

"El agente Landstar XKN en Little John's es excelente. Guillermo y Alam en XKN son muy profesionales, siempre me tratan con dignidad y respeto. Son bilingües español/inglés. Su operación de despacho está entre las mejores de Landstar. Hacen que el transporte vuelva a ser grandioso."

Gustavo Gonzalez
The Little John Difference

Why Choose Little John Transportation Services?

Why shippers trust Little John Transportation Services for demanding border freight.

Proven Experience

Thirty-plus years moving heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border freight many carriers decline.

Border Presence

Teams in Laredo, Monterrey, and Guadalajara support key U.S.–México freight corridors.

Certified Compliance

CTPAT, FAST, CSA, HMSP, ISO, and FMCSA credentials support safer regulated moves.

Human Support

Real people manage planning, dispatch, tracking, exceptions, and customer communication around the clock.

Meet The Cross-Border Team

Experienced operators and account managers supporting complex border freight.

Portrait of Christopher Dale, Co-Founder and CEO of Little John Transportation Services

Christopher Dale

Co-Founder & CEO

Christopher Dale is the Co-Founder and CEO of Little John Transportation Services, the specialized freight company he built from the ground up in the mid-1990s alongside his brother Steven. With over 30 years at the helm, Christopher has led the company through remarkable growth — from a small operator-focused business to a North American leader ranked #1 on the ACT Transport 50 for 16 consecutive years. His expertise spans heavy-haul, hazmat, and U.S.–México cross-border logistics, handling the complex freight most carriers refuse. Christopher's leadership philosophy centers on human-first communication, operational excellence, and safety-driven execution, values that have earned the company a 100% retention rate among its Top 100 customers and an average client tenure of 33 years.

Portrait of Steven Dale, Co-Founder and COO of Little John Transportation Services

Steven Dale

Co-Founder & COO

Steven Dale is the Co-Founder and COO of Little John Transportation Services, responsible for overseeing specialized operations and the company's vast carrier network. Since co-founding the business in the mid-1990s alongside Christopher Dale, Steven has been the operational backbone of an organization that now manages over 8,000 dedicated owner-operators and 65,000 vetted and audited carriers. He ensures that teams are strategically positioned across key logistics hubs — including Laredo, Monterrey, and Guadalajara — exactly where complex freight moves. Steven's hands-on approach and deep industry expertise have been instrumental in achieving 65 million+ miles covered annually and maintaining the company's industry-leading safety and compliance standards.

Portrait of Kathleen Stingley, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Kathleen Stingley

Account Manager

Kathleen Stingley serves as an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, where she is dedicated to delivering the human-first service that defines the company's reputation across North America. In her role, Kathleen works directly with medium- to large-sized clients to coordinate specialized freight solutions — from heavy-haul and hazmat shipments to complex cross-border logistics. She serves as a reliable, knowledgeable point of contact who ensures every load is planned, tracked, and executed with precision. Kathleen embodies the company's commitment to treating clients as partners, providing responsive communication and hands-on support that has contributed to Little John's 100% Top 100 customer retention rate and decades-long client relationships.

Portrait of Brandon Potter, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Brandon Potter

Account Manager

Brandon Potter is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, bringing a client-focused approach to one of North America's most trusted specialized freight carriers. Brandon works closely with clients across a wide range of industries — including energy, industrial machinery, automotive, and chemical sectors — to develop customized transportation solutions for complex, high-stakes freight. He serves as a hands-on partner from initial quote through final delivery, ensuring clear communication, compliance documentation, and seamless coordination across Little John's expansive carrier network. Brandon's commitment to responsive, people-driven service reflects the company's core values and its reputation for moving the cargo that most carriers refuse.

Portrait of Todd Wojtkowski, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Todd Wojtkowski

Account Manager

Todd Wojtkowski is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, playing a key role in supporting the company's mission to deliver operational excellence and human-first service to every client. Todd manages freight relationships across a broad spectrum of specialized transportation needs, including heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border shipments throughout the U.S., México, and Canada. He works as a direct partner to clients, ensuring loads are matched with the right equipment, dispatched by experienced teams, and tracked through to delivery. Todd's dedication to proactive communication and audit-ready documentation helps reinforce Little John's standing as the most trusted partner for specialized freight in North America.

Portrait of Robert Wood, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Robert Wood

Account Manager

Robert Wood serves as an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, where he is committed to delivering the responsive, detail-oriented service that sets the company apart in the specialized freight industry. Robert supports clients across sectors such as oil and gas, military and defense, pharmaceutical, and retail, helping them navigate the complexities of heavy-haul, hazmat, and time-sensitive freight requirements. He takes ownership of every load from planning to final delivery, coordinating with Little John's extensive network of owner-operators and vetted carriers to ensure seamless execution. Robert's dedication to building long-term partnerships reflects the company's core value of treating every client relationship with the care and accountability of a true business partner.

Portrait of Justin James, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Justin James

Account Manager

Justin James is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, contributing to the company's legacy of specialized, safety-driven freight solutions across North America. Justin works hands-on with clients to manage complex shipping requirements, including oversized loads, hazardous materials, and cross-border freight between the United States and México. He serves as a reliable point of contact who ensures every shipment is handled with the precision and accountability that Little John's clients have come to expect over 30+ years in business. Justin's customer-first mindset and thorough understanding of the company's logistics capabilities help clients move their most demanding cargo with confidence and compliance.

Portrait of Ashlyn Dale, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Ashlyn Dale

Account Manager

Ashlyn Dale is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, upholding the family legacy of hands-on, human-first service that has defined the company since its founding in the mid-1990s. Ashlyn works directly with clients to coordinate specialized freight solutions, ensuring that every shipment — whether heavy-haul, hazmat, or cross-border — is executed with the operational discipline and personal accountability that Little John is known for. She brings a client-centered approach to every interaction, serving as a trusted partner who provides clear, timely communication and end-to-end load management. Ashlyn's commitment to excellence helps maintain the long-standing client relationships that have made Little John the #1 specialized carrier in North America.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you cross state lines with a commercial vehicle?

Yes. A commercial vehicle can cross state lines when it has the proper interstate operating authority, insurance, registration, and compliance systems in place. Carriers typically need USDOT and MC authority where applicable, IFTA and IRP credentials, qualified drivers, ELD/HOS compliance, and permits for oversize, overweight, or hazmat freight. Little John works with vetted carriers and compliance documentation for interstate and cross-border moves.

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Still Have Border Crossing Questions?

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North American Service Areas

Coordinated freight coverage across North America, with teams positioned near major U.S.–México and Canada corridors.

Do We Service Your Border Lane?

Share your origin and destination for cross-border routing support.

Ranked & Recognized

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 recognition logo

ACT Transport 50

Recognizes North American specialized transport leadership.

IC Cranes specialized transport recognition logo

IC Cranes Global

Global recognition for cranes and specialized transport.

TT Top 100 flatbed heavy recognition logo

TT Top 100

Top ranking for flatbed and heavy freight.

Plan Your Border Crossing With Confidence

Tell us your origin, destination, commodity, equipment needs, and timing. A real cross-border specialist will review the lane, compliance requirements, and available capacity, then follow up with a practical plan for moving your freight safely and efficiently.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 (479) 264-6501. You can also send us a quick email at quotes@ljtsi.com.