Chicago Expedited Freight Company
Same-Day, Hot Shot & 24/7 Emergency Freight Dispatch Across Chicagoland
Tax Air Nationwide provides expedited freight services in Chicago for shipments that cannot wait. The Melrose Park terminal supports same-day delivery, overnight freight, hot shot trucking and 24/7 emergency dispatch throughout Chicago, the surrounding suburbs and nationwide.
When standard transit times are not fast enough, experienced freight brokers match each shipment with the right van, truck or aircraft. Real-time tracking, EDI compliance and a large carrier network keep time-critical freight moving from pickup through delivery.
4000 W Lake St, Melrose Park IL 60160
M-F: 7AM-6PM
Sat & Sun: Closed
Located near the intersection of Mannheim Rd. and Lake St., Tax Airfreight sits between Stone Park and Bellwood, IL, just north of the rail lines. Our Melrose Park facility is positioned between Lake Street and the rail lines, about 1.5 miles southwest of the North Avenue Menards.
Expedited Freight Services for Every Urgent Shipment
Whatever the deadline, our Chicago expedited freight company has a solution built for speed:
- Hot shot trucking for time-critical loads that need a dedicated truck, not a shared route
- Same-day and overnight freight delivery throughout Chicago and the Midwest
- 24/7 emergency freight dispatch for production-critical and last-minute shipments
- Team drivers for long-haul expedited loads that can't stop for rest
- Expedited air freight through O'Hare and Midway for the most time-sensitive cargo
- Live load board and real-time tracking for fast carrier matching and full shipment visibility
Hot Shot Trucking in Chicago
When a single pallet or partial load needs to move immediately, hot shot trucking keeps it moving without waiting for a full truckload. Chicago hot shot freight service dedicates one truck to one shipment with no consolidation and no unnecessary stops, making it a fast option for production line parts, emergency replenishment and customer deadlines that cannot be missed. Pickup is coordinated from anywhere in Chicagoland and assigned to the closest available vetted carrier.
Same-Day & Overnight Freight Delivery in Chicago
For shipments that need to arrive today or first thing tomorrow, our same-day and overnight freight delivery network covers Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Our dispatch team matches your shipment to a sprinter van, box truck or straight truck based on size and timeline, then tracks it door-to-door. Whether it's an emergency parts run to a plant on the Far South Side or a last-minute customer delivery in the Loop, we keep you updated from pickup to proof of delivery.
Chicago Freight Carrier Services
Tax Air Nationwide delivers streamlined freight carrier brokerage solutions throughout Chicago's industrial corridors, warehouse districts and distribution hubs. Whether you're moving freight through O'Hare, shipping out of Joliet's rail yards or navigating local pickup in Cicero or Elgin, we coordinate every leg of your supply chain.
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Our Chicago rail freight solutions lower costs on long hauls with direct access to major intermodal lanes across the Midwest.
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Ship time-sensitive freight via O'Hare and Midway with direct access to national and international air cargo lanes.
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We arrange drayage and cross-dock support for container freight from the city's active rail ramps and port terminals.
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From dry vans to flatbeds and refrigerated trailers, we source equipment fast through a deep regional carrier network.
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Vans and sprinters offer quick-turn delivery for smaller shipments, routed through the greater metro with minimal delay.
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Expedited Air Freight via O'Hare & Midway
Tax Air Nationwide supports airport cargo transfer for shippers moving freight through O'Hare International (ORD) and Midway. Our team coordinates secure pickup and drop-off at Chicago air cargo terminals with fast scheduling and accurate carrier communication. Expedited LTL and FTL air freight options move quickly through ORD's dense route network, giving Chicago companies stronger speed and reliability on time-critical shipments that ground transport can't meet.
Specialized Shipping Solutions for All Chicago Load Varieties
- Dedicated freight
- Hazardous freight
- Multiple stops
- Heavy haul freight
- Oversized freight
- Pneumatic tankers
- Power only freight
- Produce freight
- Spotted trailers
- Heated freight
- Refrigerated freight
- Temperature-controlled freight
- Liftgate delivery
Chicago Freight Vehicle & Equipment Options
Tax Air Nationwide helps Chicago shippers move freight using a wide selection of transportation equipment tailored to shipment size and routing needs. From cargo vans and box trucks to flatbeds, reefers and intermodal containers, our Chicago freight brokers coordinate dependable carrier solutions to keep supply chains moving smoothly.
Cargo Vans
Truckload Freight
Container Freight
Expedited Freight Coverage Across Chicagoland
Tax Air Nationwide dispatches expedited freight throughout the city and every major surrounding suburb. Our Melrose Park terminal sits between Chicago's rail corridors and its major expressways, giving us fast access to industrial parks, distribution hubs and manufacturing plants across the metro.
We regularly support time-critical freight for manufacturing and automotive suppliers, food and perishable shippers, retail and e-commerce distribution centers, and industrial clients relying on Chicago's rail ramps and intermodal yards. If your supply chain runs through Chicagoland, our dispatch team already knows the routes, the docks and the fastest way in and out.
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For partial loads, our Chicago LTL freight company is distinguished by superior freight class optimization and density-based pricing. We use strategic consolidation strategies to save money and our network of leading LTL carriers guarantees your freight goes smoothly via cross-docks and distribution facilities. Take advantage of decreasing handling and transit times to improve your bottom line.
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Need a dependable freight capacity? Our Chicago FTL freight company leverages long-standing relationships with carriers to get the equipment you require, including drop-and-hook and live cargo. We excel at load planning and route optimization. Your goods arrive at their destinations with the least downtime.
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Do you have an urgent deadline? Our Chicago expedited freight services are tailored to important shipments, with choices including hot shot deliveries, team drivers and air freight. Our up-to-date load board guarantees quick carrier matching for time-sensitive requirements, allowing your supply chain to flow smoothly from urgent deliveries to just-in-time goods.
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Reduce long-haul costs by using our intermodal brokerage services in Chicago, which combine the cost-effectiveness of rail with the flexibility of over-the-road trucking. Our services include container management, drayage coordination and ramp-to-ramp logistics. We have a solution for reducing your environmental impact while protecting you from capacity constraints and peak season surcharges.
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Tax Air Nationwide provides 3PL logistics services across the US out of our Milwaukee headquarters. We have the capabilities to transport loads out of our freight company’s hubs in Neenah, Madison, Chicago, Des Moines, Eagan, and Minneapolis and major areas like Seattle, Miami, Los Angeles, New York, Houston, Philadelphia and Mexico.
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Questions
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Most hot shot and same-day shipments within Chicagoland move same-day or next-day, depending on pickup time and destination. Air freight through O'Hare or Midway can move even time-sensitive cargo within hours.
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Hot shot trucking dedicates a single truck to one shipment instead of consolidating it with other freight, so your load moves directly to its destination without waiting on other stops. Perfect for urgent, time-critical deliveries.
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Expedited service typically costs more than standard LTL/FTL because it prioritizes speed with dedicated trucks, faster dispatch and tighter delivery windows. Our team can help you weigh expedited options against standard transit times to find the right balance of cost and urgency.
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Yes. Same-day pickup is available throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, subject to carrier availability and your shipment's size and location.
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Yes. Our dispatch team is available around the clock for emergency, production-critical and last-minute freight needs.