Best examples of Uber for pickup trucks Before launching your project take a look at an existing solution which can be a great example or a competitor at the same time. To start with, let's consider
Cargomatic
Cargomatic screens of the app
The app was created to link a shipper with a truck driver. It allows you to plan a delivery with a competitive price which is formed according to the distance, and weight and size of the cargo. The driver is chosen on the basis of financial security, reputation, equipment and rate. Actually, the project includes two apps - Cargomatic Driver app and Cargomatic Shipper app. Cargomatic Driver app is an app for drivers, where they can check available supplies in real time, apply for the job, see the route, take a photo of consignment and send all
needed documentation via email. Cargomatic Shipper has another set of features which are necessary for the Shipper. They can call their driver via the app, see the history of his or her shipments and rate the driver. Here the Shipper sets the parameters of the delivery and chooses the nearest driver. As the load is being picked up the Shipper gets a notification. The Shipper can track the location of their cargo. After the delivery, the driver takes a photo of the consignment, sends it via the email to the Shipper and pays for the service.
Convoy driver app
Convoy screens of the app
The app exists only for drivers, and the shippers have to sign up via the web site. Only professional tracking companies with Motor Carrier Authority or a DOT number and insurance can join Convoy.
uShip
uShip screens of the app
Is an online international shipping platform, where trucking companies compete for different job offers. With this service, you can deliver everything everywhere. From your pet to tractors. If you are an owner of an already established business with an available truck fleet, then you can develop an app or create a website specifically for your needs, which will allow you to automate the whole process and make all calculations easier. If you want to begin as a startup - then an MVP for any platform you choose will be the best way to go.
Essential features of an Uber truck service When you think of an Uber for truck drivers development, you should remember that the original Uber includes two apps (for a driver and for a passenger). In our case, we need to adjust the functionality
according to our chosen niche. The first - Uber truck driver app should contain useful features to make the delivery process as comfortable as possible not only for the shipper or customer but for a chauffeur as well. Below we listed the most important options: • Ability to create a profile with all contacts and credentials. • List of current supplies Ability to apply/reject request. A tired driver can reject a request if he needs some rest. • Cargo details (weight, size, level of hazard). • Map with recommended routes. • Delivery price calculator. • Ability to take photos of consignment and to send documentation via email. • Push notifications (for example, notifications about payments). Read more at https://www.cleveroad.com/blog/uber-for-trucks-or-how-to-establishyour-own-successful-trucking-business