XPO, Inc launches in-house, over-the-road operation to improve linehaul network

XPO is launching an in-house, over-the-road operation staffed exclusively by team drivers. The Road Flex program is part of the company’s previously announced strategy to insource third-party linehaul carrier miles to drive greater efficiency, expected cost savings and better service for customers. The Road Flex program is already underway with sleeper team runs from bases in Dallas, Texas and Phoenix, Arizona. The company expects to expand this operation to a carefully selected group of additional service centers in 2024. Tim Staroba, president of the East Division at XPO, said, “The launch of the Road Flex operation is a key step in accelerating our plan to insource third-party linehaul miles and create greater efficiency in our network. It’ll enable us both to reduce costs and improve service for our customers by minimizing freight re-handling and expediting deliveries. We look forward to the growth of this new program and the great team drivers who will be joining XPO to support it.”