Ensure you meet all the qualifications, such as having a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), a well-maintained truck that meets Amazon's standards, and adequate insurance coverage. Your truck must also be equipped with a GPS system, as Amazon Relay requires drivers to use the app for navigation and load tracking.
If you are delivering Amazon orders, you'll need to use a 4-door, mid-sized sedan or larger vehicle, such as a truck with a covered bed, SUV, or a van that can safely and reliably transport Amazon orders to customers. Smaller cars and trucks with open beds do not qualify.
Amazon Relay carriers need a valid MC number and a DOT number with interstate authority that has been active for minimum of 180 days. You can still apply even if your DOT authority hasn't been active for 180 days — we'll keep you updated on key program news while you wait to join our network.
How many trucks do I need to work for Amazon? There are no fleet size requirements to haul for Relay as long as you have the right types of trucks for our freight – come one, come 100. Book long-haul trips to get every semi on overnights, or sleep in and run local jobs with your single box truck.
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Amazon's trucking contracts offer dedicated carriers work that runs for a single week up to six months. So if there's a one-way lane or roundtrip route your company loves, you may be able to book it regularly as a contract. Or you can use contracts to fill drivers' schedules during a slow season to keep revenue stable.
Amazon requires the following insurance coverages for Relay trucking companies: Commercial general liability insurance: $1 million per occurrence; $2 million aggregate. Auto liability insurance: $1 million per occurrence (including trailer replacement coverage of $50,000) Cargo coverage: $100,000.