Truckly operates a co‑shipping marketplace that lets truck operators list unused seats on their scheduled routes and lets travelers reserve those seats via a mobile app.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Truck operators often travel with partially empty cargo space, resulting in lost revenue and unnecessary CO₂ emissions from empty‑truck miles. Passengers seeking affordable long‑distance transport have limited options beyond traditional bus or train services.
Solution
Truckly provides a co‑shipping marketplace that connects truck operators with travelers needing seats on scheduled routes. Operators list available seats for their regular or planned trips, and passengers can browse and reserve these seats directly through the app. The platform handles booking, payment processing, and communication, allowing carriers to monetize unused capacity without altering their schedules. Travelers benefit from lower‑cost freight‑style transport, while carriers increase route profitability and reduce environmental impact by decreasing empty runs.
Target Audience
Primary customers are independent truck operators and small to mid‑size freight carriers looking to boost revenue from existing routes, as well as cost‑conscious long‑distance travelers seeking affordable transport options.
Features
- Mobile app for carriers to publish existing routes and specify available seats
- Passenger interface to search, book, and pay for seats on listed truck trips
- Integrated payment system that disburses earnings to operators after trip completion
- Real‑time availability updates and automated notifications for both parties
- Dashboard for carriers to track booked seats, revenue, and route utilization
- Environmental impact metrics showing reduced empty‑truck miles and CO₂ savings