HBI was founded in 1946 and began as an intra-state carrier, operating strictly within the state of Ohio. In 1984, HBI received Interstate Commerce Commission interstate authority, enabling its trucks to run in 48 states and the province of Ontario.
HBI is a primary carrier supplying logistical service for the General Motors Powertrain plant in Defiance, Ohio, as well as several other GM plants and their suppliers throughout the Midwest and Ontario.
HBI operates over 100 tractors and 300 trailers, ranging from conventional vans and flats to double vans and dump trailers, operating primarily throughout the Great Lakes area.
HBI's operations department uses a computer-generated dispatch system to control the pick-up and delivery of its customers' loads. Trucks are equipped with electronic communication devices which allow the drivers and dispatchers to exchange messages. The devices also allow dispatchers to track the progress of loads for our customers.
HBI Truck Lines is an award winning company providing trucking and logistical services.
HBI is committed to excellence. We strive to serve promptly, efficiently and courteously every time! By employing the finest personnel, utilizing electronic communications and purchasing and maintaining exceptional equipment, HBI meets the needs and exceeds the expectations of its customers.
This commitment to quality service has been consistently recognized by our customers. HBI Truck Lines is proud to have earned the distinction of being the recipient of the General Motors Worldwide Purchasing "Supplier of the Year" for eight years. We have also been honored previously as a FedEx Global Supply Chain Services' Automotive Carrier of the Year.
This world class service performance is achieved when everyone works together toward one goal: picking up and delivering our customers' freight on time, every time!