about us

FOR ALL YOUR TRANSPORTATION NEEDS SINCE 1972

RLT, Inc. began in 1972 with a single truck hauling lumber and building materials throughout California. From those early beginnings, our company has grown into a trusted carrier serving customers throughout the Western United States.

Today, RLT remains family-owned and operated with terminal locations in Redding, California, and Aurora, Oregon. Our fleet includes refrigerated vans, dry vans, and flatbeds, allowing us to serve customers across a variety of industries and transportation needs.

Although our company has grown, our approach remains the same: work hard, communicate clearly, deliver dependable service, take care of our customers and employees.

Built on Hard Work, Dependability, and Long-Term Relationships

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Experience You Can Depend On

More than 50 years in trucking has taught us that successful partnerships are built on consistency, honesty, and communication. We understand that every shipment matters. Our team works closely with our customers and drivers to keep freight moving safely and efficiently.

We are proud of the long-term relationships we have developed with our customers, employees, and carrier partners. Many of those relationships have lasted for decades.

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our mission

Delivering exceptional service through safe, on-time pickups and deliveries, with unwavering integrity and professionalism.

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our values

Safety

We are committed to protecting our drivers, the public, our customers’ freight, and the communities we serve.

Dependability

We do what we say we will do and work diligently to provide consistent, reliable service.

Communication

We believe clear and timely communication is essential to successful transportation partnerships.

Integrity

We conduct business honestly, professionally, and with respect.

People

Our drivers, employees, customers, and partners are at the heart of our business.

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awards & Certifications

At RLT, safety, environmental responsibility, and industry involvement are important parts of how we do business.

As a member of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s SmartWay Transport Partnership, we are committed to supporting efficient and environmentally responsible transportation practices.

We are proud to be an active member of the California Trucking Association (CTA), Oregon Trucking Association (OTA), and the American Trucking Association (ATA).

Our commitment to safety has been recognized through industry awards such as top carrier in both California and Oregon — a reflection of the dedicated drivers, maintenance team, safety department, and operations staff who help keep our fleet moving safely and professionally.

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giving back

At RLT, we believe being part of a community means more than doing business — it means showing up, supporting others, and giving back where we can. As a family-owned company, we take community involvement to heart and are proud to support organizations, schools, youth programs, and local causes that make a difference in the places our team and customers call home.

We are honored to support organizations and programs such as:

  • Local schools and youth activities

  • Community sports teams and school fundraisers

  • Food banks and holiday giving programs

  • Driver and trucking industry support initiatives

  • Local nonprofit organizations serving families in need

  • Community events throughout Northern California and Southern Oregon