Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Transportation Partner Since 1925
Rude Transportation has been a trusted name in the transportation industry since our founding in 1925. Originally established as Rude Thompson Trucklines in Redfield, SD, we have grown into one of South Dakota's oldest and most respected trucking companies. Our family-owned business operates with a dual commitment to scale and personalized service, combining a fleet of 70 tractors and 140 trailers with hands-on customer care. We specialize in overnight and time-sensitive deliveries across the continental United States, supported by strategically located terminals in Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Redfield, Omaha, Minneapolis, and Kansas City.Our team of over 110 employees includes hazmat-certified professionals and state-of-the-art equipment to handle specialized shipments. With two dedicated repair shops and advanced tracking technology, we ensure reliability and transparency throughout the shipping process. Our century-long membership in the South Dakota Trucking Association underscores our industry leadership and commitment to excellence. We continue to innovate while maintaining the core values that have sustained us since 1925.
Services
Daily Deliveries
Hazardous Materials Transport
Overnight Deliveries
Cross Dock Services
Pool Distribution
Guaranteed Shipments
Freezable Protection
Hot Shot Transport
Details
- Year established: 1925
Highlights and features
- We have 100 years of experience in transportation logistics since 1925
- Our family-owned business combines scale with personalized service
- Hazmat-certified drivers handle specialized chemical shipments safely
- Real-time satellite tracking provides shipment visibility 24/7
- Heated trailers and docks protect temperature-sensitive freight
Services
Hazardous Materials Transport
Our hazmat-certified team safely transports chemical and hazardous material shipments. With specialized training and equipment, we ensure compliance with all safety regulations while maintaining real-time tracking for complete transparency. Every shipment receives dedicated handling from pickup through final delivery.
Overnight Deliveries
We guarantee timely overnight deliveries through our network of 6 terminals and 85 employees. Satellite-tracked vehicles and mobile-connected drivers ensure real-time status updates. Our system prioritizes time-sensitive shipments while maintaining temperature-controlled environments when needed.
Freezable Protection
Our heated trailers and climate-controlled docks maintain temperatures above 32F for freeze-sensitive cargo. This service covers the most next-day lanes in our service area, ensuring product integrity during winter months without additional handling fees.
Cross Dock Services
We facilitate efficient cross-docking at all service centers using modern equipment and trained personnel. This process minimizes storage time while maintaining secure handling for both regional and national distribution requirements.
Guaranteed Shipments
Our guaranteed delivery service ensures shipments arrive at exact specified times. With dedicated tracking and route optimization, we provide peace of mind for time-critical freight requiring precise delivery windows.
Questions
What areas does Rude Transportation serve?
We provide transportation services to and from any location in the continental United States, with terminals in Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Redfield, Omaha, Minneapolis, and Kansas City.
Can you handle hazardous material shipments?
Yes, all our drivers and support staff are hazmat-certified with specialized equipment for safe chemical transportation and complete regulatory compliance.
Do you offer temperature-controlled shipping?
We provide freezable protection with heated trailers and climate-controlled docks maintaining temperatures above 32°F for sensitive cargo.
What tracking options are available?
Our satellite tracking system provides real-time shipment status updates through our Sioux Falls dispatch center and online tracking tools.
How does overnight delivery work?
With 85 employees and 6 terminals, we optimize routes for next-day delivery using mobile-connected drivers and dedicated tracking systems.
What cross-docking services do you offer?
Our service centers handle cross-docking with modern equipment and trained personnel for efficient cargo transfer between transportation modes.
