The Freight Problem Tariffs Made Worse
In a world where freight already eats a large share of operating budgets, the recent tariff hikes threaten to make imported goods even more unaffordable. Traditional carriers and brokers add fuel to the fire by tacking on charges for liftgates, reclassifications, and surprise fees that regularly cost UMG hundreds of dollars per shipment.
“We often lose money on reclass fees, and the process to contest them takes months,” Matthew shared. “Only about 60% of our chargebacks are successful—and it can take 3 to 4 months to get a resolution.”
Even UMG’s cheapest carriers couldn’t come close to the rates Oway offered—while their fastest carriers still deliver 20% slower than Oway. Their cheapest options can’t compete with Oway’s pricing, and the fastest ones can’t match its transit times.
Oway: The Strategic Freight Partner
UMG now uses Oway for 100% of its shipments within California, Arizona, Nevada, and Texas—choosing the rideshare freight platform not only to save money, but to increase speed, reduce risk, and offset the cost pressures of tariffs.
Here’s what makes Oway their go-to freight partner:
Massive Freight Cost Savings
Oway’s rideshare freight marketplace utilizes unused truck space to deliver rates that are dramatically more affordable than traditional LTL. UMG now saves up to 69% per shipment compared to carriers like EDI Express and brokers like Logistic Fox.
Instant Quoting
With other carriers, UMG typically waits at least an hour to get rate quotes. “The majority of them make you email, even if you want to call for a spot quote,” Matthew explained. “It usually takes about an hour to get a response.”
“With Oway” he added, “It’s instant. It’s accurate. It’s just easier.”
That time savings adds up—UMG ships multiple LTL loads per day and now saves 10+ hours per week just on quoting & scheduling.No Unnecessary Fees
UMG frequently ran into additional fees with other carriers—especially for things like reclassifications and liftgates.
“These chargebacks can be hundreds of dollars,” Matthew noted, “and they take months to resolve.”
With Oway, there are no reclass fees, no liftgate charges, and no surprises—just transparent, upfront pricing.Reliability Without Damage or Delays
Traditional freight providers often mishandled goods during warehouse transfers. But with Oway’s direct-to-destination model, UMG hasn’t had a single incident of damage or missing goods since switching over.
Fewer touchpoints mean faster transit times, greater consistency, and far less risk—especially for fragile or seasonal products that can't afford delays.45% CO₂ Reduction
Oway reduces freight-related carbon emissions by up to 45% by eliminating unnecessary warehouse stops and maximizing truck efficiency.
UMG’s shipments now run greener—cutting waste, cost, and their environmental impact in one move.
Results That Speak for Themselves
Up to 69% savings per shipment
25% faster transit times
10+ hours saved per week on quoting
No chargebacks, no liftgate or reclass fees
Zero incidents of damage or missing goods
100% of shipments in CA, AZ, NV, TX handled by Oway
45% reduction in freight-related carbon emissions
The Bottom Line
UMG isn’t just shipping for less—they’re using Oway as a strategic tool to fight inflation, navigate tariffs, and stay competitive in a rapidly changing supply chain.
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