Cleve's Logistics

Cleve's Logistics Cleve's Logistics, LLC is a thriving Intermodal/Drayage business that was established in 2022.

At Cleve's Logistics , we are committed to fostering strong customer relationships and continuously expanding our clientele.

Logistics is a "people business" disguised as a "trucking business." While the annual DOT Blitz usually tightens capacit...
05/14/2026

Logistics is a "people business" disguised as a "trucking business." While the annual DOT Blitz usually tightens capacity and creates hurdles, I recently watched a perfect four-way partnership play out that proved why relationships matter more than rigs.
>A Driver deadheaded back to a regular customer to ensure their freight moved.
>The Customer bumped the rate to reward that loyalty and cover the cost.
>A Warehouse Lead clocked in at 3:30 AM because he respects the driver and wanted him out early.
>We facilitated the connection to keep the wheels turning.

In a world of automated portals and "lowest bidder" mentalities, never underestimate the value of mutual respect. When everyone is on the same page, the hurdles disappear.

Cleve's Logistics / UCW Logistics

Excited to be heading to Greenville, SC, for the 2026 BMW Supplier Xchange!We’re honored to represent UCW Logistics alon...
05/12/2026

Excited to be heading to Greenville, SC, for the 2026 BMW Supplier Xchange!

We’re honored to represent UCW Logistics alongside our partners at Paperboie Trucking LLC. We’re looking forward to diving into the latest BMW innovations and exploring how we can continue to drive excellence in the supply chain.

If you’re attending tomorrow, let's chat! We’d love to connect and discuss how we’re moving the industry forward together. 🤝

Clint Abernathy / Lindell Forsythe / Roxanne Forsythe / BMW Group

Sometimes the lessons are beautiful and sometimes they’re just plan hard but they’re all teaching us something.  Putting...
05/05/2026

Sometimes the lessons are beautiful and sometimes they’re just plan hard but they’re all teaching us something. Putting in the work to be 1% better than yesterday.

Ability is the engine, but attitude is the steering wheel. Without the right mindset, even the greatest talents can end ...
05/02/2026

Ability is the engine, but attitude is the steering wheel. Without the right mindset, even the greatest talents can end up stalled. It’s the difference between a team that works and a team that wins.

The difference between a carrier that survives and one that thrives isn't luck, it’s preparation.When we started as a on...
04/21/2026

The difference between a carrier that survives and one that thrives isn't luck, it’s preparation.
When we started as a one-truck operation, we treated reliability like a product. We had a recovery plan locked in from day one. It was only needed once, but it kept our reputation intact during that crucial moment.
Moving to the brokerage side has given me a new vantage point. I see many small carriers jumping into the market without a safety net for when reality hits.
If you don't have a recovery plan, you don't have a business plan.
A few things every small carrier should define before they take their first load. Who is your go-to backup if you breakdown? How are you informing the broker before they have to ask? Do you have the liquidity to handle an unexpected repair without stopping operations?

Preparation isn't just for the big guys. It’s the baseline for every professional carrier.

What’s one "plan B" every new carrier should have in their back pocket? Let’s share some advice for the newcomers.



UCW Logistics

He is Risen! 🕊️From all of us at Cleve’s Logistics, we wish you and your family a blessed and joyful Easter Sunday.Today...
04/05/2026

He is Risen! 🕊️
From all of us at Cleve’s Logistics, we wish you and your family a blessed and joyful Easter Sunday.

Today, we pause to celebrate the hope and renewal found in the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Just as every journey has a purpose and every delivery a destination, we are reminded of the greatest journey ever made and the promise of new beginnings it brings to us all.

"He is not here; he has risen, just as he said." — Matthew 28:6

May your day be filled with the peace of the Lord, the warmth of family, and the grace of His love.

Happy Easter! 🌷✨

I am thrilled to be attending the Mid-America Trucking Show again this year, and I’m bringing backup! My camera guy, Eth...
03/24/2026

I am thrilled to be attending the Mid-America Trucking Show again this year, and I’m bringing backup! My camera guy, Ethan, and I will be hitting the floor to capture some of the most incredible rigs in the industry.
While we’re there for the trucks, I’m on a mission to meet the people who keep them moving:
✅Vendors: Let’s talk shop and see what’s new.
✅Drivers: I’m looking for the best in the business to join our carrier list!

I’ll be carrying some exclusive swag courtesy of Cleve's Logistics and UCW Logistics, so if you see us, come say hi! Let’s discuss how we can help move your freight—or how you can help us move ours.

See you in Louisville! 📍

A delivery order is just paper, the real magic happens when you open the container. Our team picked up this beautiful 19...
03/17/2026

A delivery order is just paper, the real magic happens when you open the container. Our team picked up this beautiful 1998 Land Rover Defender 90 today, and it is a total showstopper.
Delivering this beauty to our friends at Southeast Transportation Express, Inc. for devanning. Not a bad day at the office!

Andrew Sloan / Clint Abernathy / Steve Talamo / Drayage Junkies

Looking for a freight partner who actually owns the trucks and the technology? 🚛At Cleve's Logistics, we combine the rel...
03/14/2026

Looking for a freight partner who actually owns the trucks and the technology? 🚛
At Cleve's Logistics, we combine the reliability of an asset-based carrier with the global reach of a Registered Operating Agent of UCW Logistics. Whether your cargo is moving by ocean, air, or over the road, we provide end-to-end coverage backed by a top-tier TMS for real-time visibility.
Stop worrying about your supply chain and start optimizing it.

📞 Reach out to Steve Talamo today to see how we can streamline your next shipment. Let’s move freight together!

In logistics, everyone loves to point fingers. Brokers blame carriers, carriers blame brokers. But sitting on both sides...
03/12/2026

In logistics, everyone loves to point fingers. Brokers blame carriers, carriers blame brokers. But sitting on both sides of the table has taught me one thing. Stress is almost always caused by a lack of visibility, not a lack of effort. This week, I had two moves for the same customer with two different carriers.

Carrier A: Tracking was on. BOL was sent immediately upon loading. Total silence, total success. We didn't have to "bother" each other because the data did the talking.
Carrier B: No live tracking. I could see an ELD ping in the city, but that’s it. I had to hunt for an update. The response? "Loaded. On the way."

While Carrier B is doing the job, they don’t realize that without visibility, a broker is just guessing. We need to see it from both sides. A broker isn't "micromanaging" when they ask for an update, they’re trying to manage their customer's expectations.

When we provide live tracking, we aren't just sharing a GPS point; we’re sharing peace of mind.

I’ve always believed that a direct partnership between a carrier and a broker is the gold standard. When you work together regularly, both sides know exactly what to expect, and the 'guesswork' disappears. It’s the one-off loads from the boards that create unnecessary tension. On the spot market, you’re often dealing with strangers, and that’s where the finger-pointing starts. Prioritize communication, most "one-offs" are just long-term partnerships waiting to happen

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Summerville, SC
29483

Opening Hours

Monday 5am - 5pm
Tuesday 5am - 5pm
Wednesday 5am - 5pm
Thursday 5am - 5pm
Friday 5am - 5pm
Saturday 5am - 5pm

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+18434108626

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