Carrier Agreement Contract * 1. CARRIER REPRESENTS AND WARRANTS THAT IT:
A. Is a Registered Motor Carrier of Property authorized to provide transportation of property under
contracts with shippers and receivers and/or brokers of general commodities.
B. Shall transport the property, under its own operating authority and subject to the terms of this
Agreement.
C. Makes the representations herein for the purpose of inducing Rapid Auto Logistics to enter into this
Agreement. D. Agrees that a Shipper’s insertion of Rapid Auto Logistics name as the carrier on a bill of
lading is erroneous, shall be corrected by CARRIER, and if not corrected, shall be for the Shipper’s
convenience only and shall not change Rapid Auto Logistics status as a property broker nor CARRIER’s
status as a motor carrier.
E. Will not re-broker, co-broker, subcontract, assign, interline, or transfer the transportation of
shipments hereunder to any other persons or entity conducting business under a different operating
authority, without prior written consent of Rapid Auto Logistics. If CARRIER breaches this provision,
Rapid Auto Logistics shall have the right of retention of all payments it owes CARRIER. Upon Rapid Auto
Logistics retainment of payment, CARRIER shall not be released from any liability to Rapid Auto Logistics
under this Agreement. In addition to the indemnity obligation in Par 1.H, CARRIER will be liable for
consequential damages for violation of this provision.
(i) Is in, and shall maintain compliance during the term of this Agreement, with all applicable federal,
state, Canadian federal, provincial and local laws relating to the provision of its services including, but not
limited to: transportation of Hazardous Materials (including the licensing and training of Haz Mat qualified
drivers), as defined in 49 C.F.R. §172.800, §173, and §397 et seq. to the extent that any shipments
hereunder constitute Hazardous Materials; security regulations; owner/operator lease regulations; loading
and securement of freight regulations; implementation and maintenance of driver safety regulations
including, but not limited to, hiring, controlled substances and alcohol testing, and hours of service
regulations; sanitation, temperature, and contamination requirements for transporting food, perishable,
and other products, qualification and licensing and training of drivers; implementation and maintenance of
equipment safety regulations; maintenance and control of the means and method of transportation
including, but not limited to, performance of its drivers; all applicable insurance laws and regulations
including but not limited to workers’ compensation. (ii) Is solely responsible for all management, governing,
discipline, direction and control of its employees, owner/operators, and equipment with respect to
operating within all applicable federal and state legal and regulatory requirements to ensure the safe
operation of CARRIERS vehicles, drivers and facilities. CARRIER and Rapid Auto Logistics agree that safe and
legal operation of the CARRIER and its drivers shall completely and without question govern and supersede
any service requests, demands, preferences, instructions, information from Rapid Auto Logistics customer(s)
with respect to any shipment at any time.
G. CARRIER will notify Rapid Auto Logistics immediately if its federal Operating Authority is revoked,
suspended, or rendered inactive for any reason; and/or if it is sold, or if there is a change in control of
ownership, and/or any insurance required hereunder is threatened to be or is terminated, cancelled,
suspended, or revoked for any reason.
H. (i) CARRIER shall defend, indemnify, and hold Rapid Auto Logistics and its shipper customer harmless
from any claims, actions or damages, arising out of its performance under this Agreement, including cargo
loss and damage, theft, delay, damage to property, and personal injury or death. Neither Party shall be liable
to the other for any claims, actions, or damages due to the negligence or intentional act of the other Party,
or the shipper. The obligation to defend shall include all costs of defense as they accrue.
I. Does not have an “Unsatisfactory” safety rating issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
(FMCSA), U.S. Department of Transportation, and will notify Rapid Auto Logistics in writing immediately if its
safety rating is changed to “Unsatisfactory” or “Conditional”.
J. Authorizes Rapid Auto Logistics to invoice CARRIER’s freight charges to shipper, consignee, or third parties
responsible for payment.
K. Has investigated, monitors, and agrees to conduct business hereunder based on the creditworthiness of
Rapid Auto Logistics and is granting Rapid Auto Logistics credit terms accordingly.
L. Will commingle commodities only in accordance with DOT regulations.
M. To the extent that any shipments subject to this Agreement are transported within the State of California
on refrigerated equipment, CARRIER shall only utilize equipment which is in full compliance with the
California Air Resources Board (ARB) TRU ACTM in-use regulations. CARRIER shall indemnify RAPID AUTO
LOGISTICS from any penalties, costs, or any other liability, imposed on Rapid Auto Logistics and/or its
shipper customer because or CARRIER's use of non-compliant equipment and/or not providing its
dispatched driver with the appropriate Rapid Auto Logistics contact information as required by the State of
California.
N. Understands it may transport temperature-controlled goods and represents and that when such loads
are accepted, CARRIER is experienced in transporting temperature-controlled products and understands
that delivery time requirements and temperature specifications are critical.
O. Shall provide RAPID AUTO LOGISTICS with immediate notice of any alleged or actual circumstances that
may have caused, contributed to, or resulted in rejection by the consignee or freight damage or loss. Notice
shall be provided by telephone and/or email.
P. Shall comply with shipper seal requirements communicated to CARRIER on any rate agreement, load
tender, bill of lading, or otherwise.
2. RAPID AUTO LOGISTICS RESPONSIBILITIES:
A.- SHIPMENTS, BILLING & RATES: RAPID AUTO LOGISTICS shall inform CARRIER of (i) place of origin
and destination of all shipments; and (ii) if applicable, any special shipping and handling instructions,
special equipment requirements, or value of shipments more than the amount specified in Par. 3C(vi)
below, of which Rapid Auto Logistics has been timely notified.
B. Rapid Auto Logistics agrees to conduct all billing services to shippers, consignees, or other party
responsible for payment. CARRIER shall invoice Rapid Auto Logistics for its (CARRIER’s) charges, as mutually
agreed in writing, by fax, or by electronic means, contained in Rapid Auto Logistics Load tender incorporated
herein by this reference. Additional rates for truckload or LTL shipments, or modifications or amendments of
the above rates, or additional rates, may be established to meet changing market conditions, shipper
requirements, Rapid Auto Logistics requirements, and/or specific shipping schedules as mutually agreed
upon, and shall be confirmed in writing (or by fax or email) by both Parties. Any such additional, modified, or
amended rates, changes in rates shall automatically be incorporated herein by this reference.
C. RATES: Additionally, any rates, which may be verbally agreed upon, shall be deemed confirmed in
writing where CARRIER has billed the agreed rate and Rapid Auto Logistics has paid it. All written
confirmations of rates, including confirmations by billing and payment, shall be incorporated herein by
this reference. Rates or charges, including but not limited to stop-offs, detention, loading or unloading,
fuel surcharges, or other accessorial charges, tariff rates, released rates or values, or tariff rules or
circulars, shall only be valid when their terms are specifically agreed to in a writing signed by both
Parties.
PAYMENT: The Parties agree that Rapid Auto Logistics is the sole party responsible for payment of
CARRIER's charges. Failure of Rapid Auto Logistics to collect payment from its customer shall not
exonerate Rapid Auto Logistics of its obligation to pay CARRIER. Rapid Auto Logistics agrees to pay
CARRIER's undisputed invoice within thirty (30) days of receipt of a legible copy of the bill of lading or
proof of delivery, provided CARRIER is not in default under the terms of this Agreement. CARRIER shall
not seek payment from shipper if shipper can provide payment to Rapid Auto Logistics. Rapid Auto
Logistics may offset claims against CARRIER’s invoices.
E. BOND: Rapid Auto Logistics shall maintain a surety bond /trust fund as agreed to in the
amount of $75,000 and on file with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) in
the form and amount not less than that required by that agency’s regulations
F. Rapid Auto Logistics responsibility is limited to arranging for, but not actually performing, transportation
of a shipper’s freight.
3. CARRIER RESPONSIBILITIES:
A. CARRIER agrees that all shipments will be transported and delivered as agreed to on the Rapid Auto
Logistics Load tender.
B. EQUIPMENT: Subject to its representations and warranties in Paragraph 1 above, CARRIER agrees to
provide the necessary equipment and qualified personnel for completion of the transportation services
required for Rapid Auto Logistics and/or its customers. CARRIER will not supply equipment that has been
used to transport hazardous wastes, solid or liquid, regardless of whether they meet the definition in 40
C.F.R.§261.1 et. seq. When transporting temperature-controlled goods, CARRIER will furnish equipment
which is sanitary, and free of any contaminations, suitable for the commodity being transported, and
which will not cause in whole or in part adulteration of the commodity as defined in 21 U.S.C. § 342.
C. BILLS OF LADING: CARRIER shall sign a bill of lading, produced by Rapid Auto Logistics or CARRIER in
compliance with 49 C.F.R. §373.101 (and any amendments thereto), for the property it receives for
transportation under this Agreement, and CARRIER shall clearly identify itself as the CARRIER on the bill
of lading. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, CARRIER shall become fully responsible/liable for the
freight when it takes/receives possession thereof, and the trailer(s) is loaded, regardless of whether a
bill of lading has been issued, and/or signed, and/or delivered to CARRIER, and which
responsibility/liability shall continue until delivery of the shipment to the consignee and the consignee
signs the bill of lading or delivery receipt. Any terms of the bill of lading (including but not limited to
payment and credit terms, released rates, or released value) inconsistent with the terms of this
Agreement shall be ineffective. Failure to issue a bill of lading or sign a bill of lading acknowledging
receipt of the cargo, by CARRIER, shall not affect the liability of CARRIER.
D. LOSS & DAMAGE CLAIMS: (i) CARRIER shall comply with 49 C.F.R. §370.1 et seq. and any amendments
and/or any other applicable regulations adopted by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration,
U.S. Department of Transportation, or any applicable state regulatory agency, for processing all loss and
damage claims and salvage and (ii) CARRIER’s liability for any cargo damage, loss, or theft from any
cause shall be determined under the Carmack Amendment, 49 U.S.C. §14706; and (iii) Special Damages:
CARRIER’s indemnification liability (Par 1.H) for freight loss and damage claims under this sub par C (ii)
shall include legal fees which shall constitute special damages, the risk of which is expressly assumed by
CARRIER, and which shall not be limited by any liability of CARRIER under Subp. (ii) above. (iv) Except as
provided herein, neither Party shall be liable to the other for consequential damages without prior
written notification of the risk of loss and its approximate financial amount, and agreement to assume
such responsibility in writing. Loss or damages arising out of delayed delivery, failed delivery, or failure
to maintain required temperatures of temperature-controlled shipments shall not constitute
consequential damages but fall within the categories of damages covered by the Indemnity provisions
found in Paragraph 1 and elsewhere herein. (v) Notwithstanding the terms of 49 CFR 370.9, Rapid Auto
Logistics, acting as a facilitator for Rapid Auto Logistics customer, will submit freight loss and damage
claims in compliance with 49 CFR 370.1 et seq. to CARRIER within 12 months of delivery date or
scheduled delivery, whichever is later. CARRIER shall pay, decline, or make settlement offer in writing
on all cargo loss or damage claims within 30 days of receipt of the claim. Failure of CARRIER to pay,
decline or offer settlement within this 30-day period shall be deemed admission by CARRIER of full
liability for the amount claimed and a material breach of this agreement. CARRIER shall not sell, auction,
or otherwise salvage or dispose of any allegedly damaged or compromised shipment without the prior
written consent of Rapid Auto Logistics or the shipper. (vi) CARRIER’s liability for cargo damage, loss, or
theft from any cause for any one shipment, under Subp. ii above, shall not exceed $400,000 unless
CARRIER is notified by Rapid Auto Logistics or Shipper of the increased value prior to shipment pick up.
(vii) In the event and to the extent that CARRIER’S sole negligence or failure to perform in conformity
with the requirements of this Agreement (1) would result in a line shutdown for one or more of Rapid
Auto Logistics customers or the Original Equipment Manufacturer, CARRIER shall be responsible for
costs of expedited freight charges and similar costs necessary to try to avoid or minimize a shutdown,
and (2) if a plant or line shutdown at one of Rapid Auto Logistics customers or the Original Equipment
Manufacturer occurs, CARRIER shall be liable to Rapid Auto Logistics for any and all actual expenses,
losses or penalty in fact paid by Rapid Auto Logistics to its customer for the shutdown, up to $10,000
per fifteen minutes of shutdown, with a maximum of $100,000 per occurrence
E. INSURANCE: CARRIER shall furnish Rapid Auto Logistics with Certificate(s) of Insurance, or insurance
policies providing thirty (30) days advance written notice of cancellation or termination, and unless
otherwise agreed, subject to the following types and levels of protection: i. Workers Compensation and
Employer’s liability affording (1) Protection under the workman’s Compensation law of the State in
which the work is to be performed or containing an all-state endorsement and (2) Employer’s Liability
protection subject to a limit of not less than $100,000. ii. Comprehensive Automobile Liability Insurance,
with a combined single limit of $1,000,000. iii. Comprehensive General Liability Insurance (including
hired and non-owned vehicles) in amounts not less than: Bodily injury: $1,000,000. Per occurrence:
$2,000,000. Annual aggregate. Property damage: $1,000,000. Per occurrence: $2,000,000. Annual
aggregate. ($5,000,000 if transporting hazardous materials including environmental damages due to
release or discharge of hazardous substances) and including coverage for remediation and clean-up
costs. The insurance shall include:
1.) Coverage for the liability assumed by the carrier under this agreement
2.) Coverage for damage to property of others in the care, custody, or control of the carrier iv.
Motor Truck “all -risk” Cargo insurance covering all property under the care, custody, or control
of the Carrier against all risks of physical loss or damage in the amount not less than $150,000.
For any one loss at any one time. Except for the higher coverage limits which may be specified
above, the insurance policies shall comply with minimum requirements of the Federal Motor
Carrier Safety Administration and any other applicable regulatory state agency. Nothing in this
Agreement shall be construed to avoid or limit CARRIER’s liability due to any exclusion or
deductible in any insurance policy. Carrier shall send all certificates of Insurance to: Rapid Auto
Logistics, 5080 Fox Hollow Ct White Lake, MI 48383 Attn: Carrier Management Tel: (248) 494-
2126
F. ASSIGNMENT OF RIGHTS: CARRIER automatically assigns to Rapid Auto Logistics all its rights to
collect freight charges from Shipper or any responsible third party on receipt of payment of its
freight charges from Rapid Auto Logistics.
G. CARRIER assumes full responsibility and liability for payment of the following items: All applicable
federal, state, and local payroll taxes, taxes for unemployment insurance, old age pensions, workers’
compensation, social security, with respect to persons engaged in the performance of its transportation
services hereunder. Rapid Auto Logistics shall not be liable for any of the payroll-related tax obligations
specified above and CARRIER shall indemnify, defend, and hold Rapid Auto Logistics harmless from any
claim or liability imposed or asserted against Rapid Auto Logistics for any such obligations.
4. MISCELLANEOUS:
A. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR: It is understood and agreed that the relationship between Rapid Auto
Logistics and CARRIER is that of independent contractor. None of the terms of this Agreement, or any
act or omission of either Party shall be construed for any purpose to express or imply a joint venture,
partnership, principal/agent, fiduciary, employer/employee relationship between the Parties. CARRIER
shall provide the sole supervision and shall have exclusive control over the operations of its employees,
contractors, subcontractors, agents, as well as all vehicles and equipment used to perform its
transportation services hereunder. Rapid Auto Logistics has no right to discipline or direct the
performance of any driver and/or employees, contractors, subcontractors, or agents of CARRIER.
CARRIER represents and agrees that at no time and for no purpose shall it represent to any party that it
is anything other than an independent contractor in its relationship to Rapid Auto Logistics.
B. NON-EXCLUSIVE AGREEMENT: CARRIER and Rapid Auto Logistics acknowledge and agree that this contract
does not bind the respective Parties to exclusive services to each other. Either party may enter into similar
agreements with other carriers, brokers, or freight forwarders.
C. WAIVER OF PROVISIONS: (i) Failure of either Party to enforce a breach or waiver of any provision or term
of this Agreement shall not be deemed to constitute a waiver of any subsequent failure or breach and shall
not affect or limit the right of either Party to thereafter enforce such a term or provision. (ii) This Agreement
is for specified services pursuant to 49 U.S.C. §14101(b). To the extent that terms and conditions herein are
inconsistent with Part (b), Subtitle IV, of Title 49 U.S.C. (ICC Termination Act of 1995), the Parties expressly
waive any or all rights and remedies they may have under the Act.
D. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of
Michigan, without giving effect to the principles of conflicts of laws thereof. The parties agree that in the
event a dispute arises between them, that their exclusive remedy shall be to submit the dispute to the
American Arbitration Association located in Southfield, Michigan, for binding arbitration before a single
arbitrator. The parties shall share equally in the expenses of the arbitration (but shall bear their own
attorney fees and costs), and a judgment of any circuit court may be rendered upon the arbitration
award.
E. NO BACK SOLICITATION: (i) Unless otherwise agreed in writing, CARRIER shall not solicit freight
shipments (or accept shipments) for a period of 24 month(s) following termination of this agreement for
any reason, from any shipper, consignor, consignee, or other customer of Rapid Auto Logistics, first
introduced to CARRIER by Rapid Auto Logistics, or through the performance of this Agreement. (ii) In the
event of breach of this provision, Rapid Auto Logistics shall be entitled, for a period of 24 months
following delivery of the last shipment transported by CARRIER under this Agreement, to a commission
of Fifteen percent (35%) of the gross transportation revenue (as evidenced by freight bills) received by
CARRIER for the transportation of said freight as liquidated damages. Additionally, Rapid Auto Logistics
may seek injunctive relief and, in the event, it is successful, CARRIER shall be liable for all costs and
expenses incurred by Rapid Auto Logistics, including, but not limited to, reasonable attorney's fees.
F. CONFIDENTIALITY: (i) In addition to Confidential Information protected by law, statutory or otherwise, the
Parties agree that all of their financial information and that of their customers, including but not limited to
freight and brokerage rates, amounts received for brokerage services, amounts of freight charges collected,
freight volume requirements, as well as personal customer information, customer shipping or other logistics
requirements shared or learned between the Parties and their customers, shall be treated as Confidential,
and shall not be disclosed or used for any reason without prior written consent. (ii) In the event of violation
of this Confidentiality paragraph, the Parties agree that the remedy at law, including monetary damages,
may be inadequate and that the Parties shall be entitled, in addition to any other remedy they may have, to
an injunction restraining the violating Party from further violation of this Agreement in which case the
prevailing Party shall be liable for all costs and expenses incurred, including but not limited to reasonable
attorney’s fees.
G. The limitations of liability for cargo loss and damage as well as other liabilities, arising out of the
transportation of shipments, which originate outside the United States of America, may be subject to the
laws of the country of origination.
H. MODIFICATION OF AGREEMENT: This Agreement and Exhibit A et. seq. attached may not be amended,
except by mutual written agreement, or the procedures set forth above (Pars 2.B and 2.C).
I. NOTICES: (i) All notices provided or required by this Agreement, shall be made in writing and delivered,
return receipt requested, to the addresses shown herein with postage prepaid; or by confirmed
(electronically acknowledged on paper) fax, or by email with electronic receipt. (ii) The Parties shall
promptly notify each other of any claim that is asserted against either of them by anyone arising out of the
Parties performance of this Agreement. (iii) Notices sent as required hereunder, to the addresses shown in
this Agreement shall be deemed sent to the correct address, unless the Parties are notified in writing of any
changes in address.
J. CONTRACT TERM: The term of this Agreement shall be one year from the date hereof and thereafter it
shall automatically be renewed for successive one (1) year periods, unless terminated, upon thirty (30) day's
prior written notice, with or without cause, by either Party at any time, including the initial term. In the
event of termination of this Agreement for any reason, the Parties shall be obligated to complete
performance of any work in progress in accordance with the terms of this Agreement.
K. SEVERANCE: SURVIVAL: In the event any of the terms of this Agreement are determined to be invalid
or unenforceable, no other terms shall be affected, and the unaffected terms shall remain valid and
enforceable as written. The representations, rights and obligations of the parties hereunder shall survive
termination of this Agreement for any reason.
L. COUNTERPARTS: This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts each of which shall
be deemed to be a duplicate original hereof.
M. FAX CONSENT: The Parties to this Agreement are authorized to fax to each other at the numbers
shown herein, (or otherwise modified in writing from time to time) shipment availabilities, equipment
and rate promotions, or any advertisements of new services.
N. FORCE MAJEURE. In the event that either Party is prevented from performing its obligations under
this Agreement because of an occurrence beyond its control and arising without its fault or negligence,
including without limitation, war, riots, rebellion, acts of God, acts of lawful authorities, fire, strikes,
lockouts or other labor disputes, such failures to perform (except for any payments due hereunder) shall
be excused for the duration of such occurrence. Economic hardships, including, but not limited to,
recession and depression, shall not constitute Force Majeure events.
O. ENTIRE AGREEMENT: Unless otherwise agreed in writing, this Agreement contains the entire
understanding of the Parties and supersedes all verbal or written prior agreements, arrangements, and
understandings of the Parties relating to the subject matter stated herein. The Parties further intend
that this Agreement constitutes the complete and exclusive statement of its terms, and that no extrinsic
evidence may be introduced to reform this Agreement in any judicial or arbitration proceeding involving
this Agreement.
P. AUTHORIZED PARTIES: Each person signing this Agreement represents and warrants that he or she is duly
authorized and has legal capacity to execute and deliver this Agreement. Each party represents and warrants
to the other that the execution and delivery of the Agreement and the performance of such party’s
obligations hereunder have been duly authorized, and that the Agreement is a valid and legal agreement
binding on such party and enforceable in accordance with its terms. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have signed
this Agreement the date and year first shown above. Rapid Auto Logistics, LLC (CARRIER) Authorized
1. Terms of contract
Thank you for agreeing to partner with Rapid Auto Logistics LLC. By completing/signing this dispatch
sheet you agree to the additional terms listed below. Please read carefully and contact us should you
have questions.
* BE SURE TO CONTACT ACCOUNT MANAGER AND COMMUNICATE WHEN UNIT(S) ARE LOADED AND
AGAIN WHEN DELIVERED.
* CARRIERS ARE REQUIRED TO USE OUR RAPID AUTO LOGISTICS BOL. SUPER DISPATCH BOL IS
ACCEPTABLE. COPY AND PAST THE FOLLOWING LINK INTO ANY WEB BROWSER
* DRIVERS ARE NEVER ALLOWED TO COLLECT COD PAYMENTS. PAYMENT IS ALWAYS PROCESSED BY
Rapid Auto Logistics.
FOR PROCESSING OF YOUR PAYMENT: Email BOL and INCLUDE A VOIDED CHECK if not previously done,
matching the contracted name on Central Dispatch to ADMIN@RAPIDAUTOLOGISTICS.COM
For payment questions, call 248-494-2126. IT IS the RESPONSIBILITY of THE CARRIER TO MAKE SURE ALL
bank info is provided accurately and, in the name, listed on central dispatch.
1. Should any situation arise during pickup or delivery, or in route, do not call the origin or destination.
YOU MUST CONTACT the listed contact for the order ID immediately.
2. Night drops are only permitted after approval from Rapid Auto Logistics representative. All after hour
deliveries are subject to inspection. Keys must remain on delivery premises in drop box. Drivers are never
allowed to retain keys in personal possession.
3. Every BOL (Bill of Lading) must contain the ENTIRE 17-DIGIT VIN Number CLEARLY Printed. NEVER take
any vehicles (VINs) NOT listed within your original BOL or leave any vehicles (VINs) without direction and
PRIOR approval by our office. Driver must submit 2 separate BOLs, 1 BOL reflecting preloading
inspection of the vehicle upon pick up with verification signature, printed name from origin,
photographs of all 4 sides & one of the top. Same instructions apply for delivery. Non-compliance to any
of the above listed may result in non-payment at the discretion of Rapid Auto Logistics.
4. Insurance - Carrier also agrees to adhere to the governing rules and laws in regards to the insurance
policy/terms and conditions you hold. Additionally, carrier must turn over valid insurance for all
accepted loads before any payment may be made by Rapid Auto Logistics.
5. Damages - Driver MUST call Rapid Auto Logistics immediately if any damages are found. Driver MUST list
all damages in detail on the BOL upon pick up and or drop off and take photographs. In the event of any
damages, Rapid Auto Logistics will open a detailed investigation. Payment to carrier will be retained until the
through Investigation is completed at the discretion of Rapid Auto Logistics.
6. Failure to deliver as agreed upon at time of booking confirmation WITHOUT your driver or dispatcher
communicating any delays to our office, will result in reduction in or non-payment. In addition, Failure to
deliver vehicles ON TIME for all time sensitive transports (guaranteed pickups and deliveries) will result in
reduction to or non-payment. Details of all time sensitive transports will be discussed between Rapid Auto
Logistics and carrier prior to order assignment.
7. No illegal cargo is permitted in ANY vehicles transported by Rapid Auto Logistics.
8. Photographs are only to be used for the Bill of Lading. Sharing photographs with the public on any forum,
not limited to advertising and social media is strongly prohibited and will result in non-payment at the
discretion of Rapid Auto Logistics.
9. Drivers (Carriers) must call 24 HOURS in advance to verify vehicle(s) are ready to pick up and again 2
HOURS prior to pick up. If vehicle(s) are NOT Loaded or present at time of pickup" A DRY RUN FEE will be at
the SOLE DISCRETION of RAPID AUTO LOGISTICS. Additionally, a DRY RUN FEE will typically between $50 -
$150 and again at the SOLE DISCRETION of RAPID AUTO LOGISTICS
10. Constant/effective communication MUST happen between the driver/dispatch team and Rapid Auto
Logistics to ensure a successful transport. Failure to provide updates may result in a deduction of rate at the
sole discretion of RAPID AUTO LOGISTICS.
11. Shall carrier owe Rapid Auto Logistics past due amounts in arrear, or previous damage claims, Rapid
Auto Logistics holds the right to withhold payment to carrier, on any loads assigned in efforts to offset debt
at the sold discretion of RAPID AUTO LOGISTICS.
12. Double Brokering is not permitted. Carrier agrees to hold all responsibility to assigned load.
13. NO Factoring Company will be paid by Rapid Auto Logistics. NO exceptions. This contract is between
Rapid Auto Logistics and the Carrier listed on this contract ONLY.
PAYMENT: ALL PAYMENTS WILL BE MADE BY ACH ONLY, AFTER RECIVING THE BOL AND BANK
INFORMATION. YOUR BOL WILL BE PROCESSED AND PAID OUT WITHIN 48 BUSINESS HOURS OF
RECIEVING IT. THE PAYMENT WILL THEN TAKE ANOTHER 24-48 HOURS TO SHOW UP IN Y OUR BANK
ACCOUNT.
Effective January 1st, 2025, ALL CARRIERS by ACCEPTING any LOAD(s) from Rapid Auto Logistics
automatically accept the following FEE STRUCTURE:
$ 100 - $ 400 minus ( $10 ACH FEE off the Central Dispatch Contract Rate per load or loads submitted at
the same time)
$ 401 - 1000 minus ($15 ACH FEE off the Central Dispatch Contract Rate per load or loads submitted at
the same time)
$ 1001 - $ 3000 minus (2.0 percent) off the Central Dispatch Contract Rate per load(s) submitted at the
same time)
$ 3001 - $ 6000 minus (1.5 percent) off the Central Dispatch Contract Rate per load(s) submitted at the
same time)
Any load(s) Exceeding $6000 and above will be charged 1.25 % for ACH Payment. Additionally, All
carriers will be RESPONSIBLE to make sure once they are cleared to pay and contacted by RAPID AUTO
LOGISTICS or DIRECT EXPRESS PAYMENT, their banking information is given correctly and payable to the
BUSINESS Name listed on the Central Dispatch or Super Dispatch contract ONLY!!!!!
Any inaccurate information given by carrier resulting in return and nonpayment will result in an
additional charge.
NO EXCEPTIONS!!!!!
Any BOL and INVOICE for Payment NOT SUBMITTED by Carrier within 120 days of Delivery will be
considered Forfeited and NOT PAID by Rapid Auto Logistics.
Any Carrier not complying with their obligation under this Payment Agreement and unwilling to accept
Payment by ACH Agreement may at our discretion be subject to a fee and processed within 15 days of
having all paperwork submitted and Approved by Rapid Auto Logistics by US mail and subject to any
delay incurred from the US mail system.
Carrier acknowledges that by accepting this order, you have read and agreed to the listed terms and
conditions of contract.