Hotshot Trucking Companies in Iowa
Iowa has 13,491 hotshot trucking companies as of May 2026. Expedited freight using medium-duty trucks (typically Class 3-5) with flatbed or gooseneck trailers for time-critical loads. Browse all hotshot carriers in Iowa with verified safety scores and authority status.
Top cities for hotshot in Iowa
10 cities with hotshot carriers.
Largest hotshot carriers in Iowa
Top carriers by fleet size. First 3 featured.
Gary Mcdowell has operated for 16.7y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.
Farris Transport INC has operated for 42.5y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.
Carroll G Foster has operated for 42.4y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.
George Tieskoetter has operated for 42.4y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.
Shadow Creek Transport LLC has operated for 4.1y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.
Lisle Corporation has operated for 41.8y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.
Lanyon Enterprises INC has operated for 41.8y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.
Dennis R Albaugh has operated for 16.7y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.
Mitterer Trucking Co INC has operated for 41.7y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.
Eldon Jaeger LLC has operated for 41.6y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.
Merrill K Mohn has operated for 41.6y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.
Dick Hallowell has operated for 41.6y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.
Centerville Greenhouses INC has operated for 40.7y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.
William C Dougherty has operated for 40.7y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.
Jet Company INC has operated for 40.6y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.
Source: FMCSA carrier census. Owner-operators with power_units = 1, typically flatbed configuration. View methodology
Frequently asked questions
How many hotshot carriers are in Iowa?
Iowa has 13,491 registered hotshot trucking companies as of May 2026. Of these, 13,491 hold active FMCSA authority.
Which city in Iowa has the most hotshot carriers?
Des Moines leads with 478 hotshot carriers in Iowa.
How do I find a hotshot carrier in Iowa?
Browse the city directories below or use Truck Graph search. Each carrier profile includes safety scores, insurance, and risk screening.
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