Elite DriveAway
Elite DriveAway provides driveaway and fleet-relocation services for motorized commercial vehicles in the United States and Canada. The company’s team has more than 20 years of combined transportation experience and selects independent contractors based in part on their safety records. Its services cover individual trucks, fleets, specialized vehicles, and other wheeled equipment. The company identifies reliability, safety, mutual respect, and operating integrity as parts of its service model.
Vetted contractors transport vehicles under procedures intended to support accurate and punctual delivery. Management provides dispatch and administrative support and uses training and safety requirements to qualify drivers. The company also markets cost-conscious transportation options and regular communication for customers with varied commercial-vehicle requirements. Elite DriveAway’s headquarters is located in Lenexa, Kansas.
Current Leadership:
- Mike Salierno: President
Contact Information:
- Website: https://www.elitedriveaway.com/
- Phone: +1-913-732-7660
- Address: 11200 W 79th Street, Lenexa, KS 66214
Recruiter Contact Information:
- Mike Salierno: +1-913-732-7660
- Become a Driver: https://www.elitedriveaway.com/drivers
Historical Overview
Elite DriveAway began operations in the Kansas City metropolitan area in response to demand for specialized commercial-vehicle relocation. Its founders used their industry experience to develop an operating model centered on driver qualifications and safety. Work from regional manufacturers supported expansion beyond local routes and into a nationwide dispatch network. The company has continued to add logistics technology and capacity for higher-volume assignments.
- 2023: Founded Elite Driveaway LLC in Lenexa, Kansas, to provide specialized fleet relocation.
- 2023: Secured federal operating authority as an authorized for-hire property carrier.
- 2024: Logged over 2,800,000 commercial miles according to federal safety data reports.
- 2025: Expanded the independent contractor network to include over 350 CDL-licensed drivers.
- 2025: Launched an expedited payment program to provide same-day compensation for all contractors.
- 2026: Reached a significant milestone of nationwide coverage spanning 49 states and Canada.
The company’s Lenexa headquarters manages a network covering the continental United States and parts of Canada. Its Kansas City-area location provides access to commercial-truck manufacturing and distribution centers in the Midwest. Centralized operations coordinate movements from manufacturing plants and ports to final destinations with minimal lead times and provide contractors with dispatch and administrative support.
Company Metrics
Elite DriveAway uses a centralized dispatch system to manage hundreds of active vehicle movements at the same time. Its independent contractors specialize in transporting heavy-duty trucks, commercial fleets, and specialized machinery. Federal compliance and internal operating standards apply to each assignment.
- Number of Terminals:
- 1
- Global Presence:
- United States and Canada
- Contractor Pool:
- 370+
- Pay Rates:
- $0.75 to $1.05+ per mile
- Client Types:
- Truck Manufacturers, Fleet Owners, Remarketing Firms
- Notable Partners:
- Commercial OEM Dealers, Fleet Leasing Groups
- USDOT Number:
- 4073785
- MC Number:
- 1548238
Company Terminal Locations
Elite DriveAway’s Lenexa dispatch center serves as the headquarters for nationwide vehicle movements. Staff at this facility coordinate routing and tracking as vehicles move from manufacturers to dealerships and other end users. The central office communicates directly with the company’s network of vetted independent contractors.
Company Orientation
Qualified applicants attend an approximately one-day orientation at Elite DriveAway’s Kansas headquarters. Prospective drivers must pass a Department of Transportation drug screen and professional road evaluation and provide a valid commercial driver’s license, current medical examiner certificate, and comprehensive 10-year work history. Contractors are responsible for a damage deposit that is generally withheld from initial settlement payments. The company does not charge upfront fees for background checks or standard safety-credential processing.
Transportation Strategies
- Driveaway Singles: Independent contractors move individual Class 8 tractors and commercial vehicles directly to their destinations, operating one unit at a time.
- Decking Division: Specialized decking equipment allows one driver to relocate as many as four trucks simultaneously, reducing transportation costs on high-volume fleet movements.
- Booming Services: Specialized boom configurations transport complex or non-standard commercial vehicles that cannot be moved through conventional decking or towing methods.
- Digital Dispatching: Technology systems provide real-time tracking and communication between dispatch personnel and drivers. Customers can monitor vehicle movements through the company’s software.
- Regulatory Compliance: Safety personnel monitor contractors for compliance with federal and state transportation rules. Continuing audits of safety records and maintenance logs support the company’s safety rating.
Growth Profile
Elite DriveAway’s growth has centered on its Lenexa office within the Kansas City logistics corridor. The company has developed a significant presence among Midwest manufacturers and has added pickup points across the central United States to reduce empty-return mileage. This regional concentration supports the company’s broader national network.
Proprietary tracking tools provide real-time vehicle updates and delivery forecasts. Mobile applications allow contractors to submit delivery paperwork for same-day payment processing. These systems reduce administrative work and shorten the overall vehicle-relocation cycle.
Driver-retention programs combine contractor autonomy, respectful working relationships, competitive compensation, and rewards for safety performance. The company expects commercial-truck demand to continue growing and plans additional equipment investment for its decking and booming divisions. Its operating strategy uses controlled growth and a low out-of-service rate to support long-term stability.
Fleet Examples
- Class 8 Tractors: Heavy-duty power units move from production lines to dealerships and fleet terminals.
- Decked Sets: Groups of trucks travel in stacked configurations to reduce transportation costs for high-volume orders.
- Specialty Tall Units: Oversized or unusually tall commercial vehicles require specialized routing and handling.
- Vocational Chassis: Bare frames and utility-vehicle chassis are transported to body builders for final vocational outfitting.
Learn More
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