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New Atlanta Operations Manager Timothy Hughes

ANNOUNCEMENT Reliable Transportation Names Hughes Atlanta Operations Manager as Terminal Becomes Company Operated Reliable Transportation announced today that its Atlanta, Georgia terminal will transition from an agent operated location to a fully company operated facility. As part of this transition, the company has named Tim Hughes the Atlanta Operations Manager “This is a natural next step for our company,” said Reliable President Kevin Lhotak. “Bringing Atlanta in house allows us […]

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New Columbus Operations Manager Ira Harleman

ANNOUNCEMENT Reliable Transportation Specialists, Inc. Names Harleman as Columbus Operations Manager Reliable Transportation today announced the appointment of Ira Harleman as Operations Manager for its Columbus, Ohio terminal. This leadership transition strengthens the company’s operational focus in the region and supports continued growth in intermodal capacity. “Columbus remains a key part of our network,” said Kevin Lhotak, President of Reliable Transportation. “With Harleman leading the terminal, we are reinforcing our […]


40 Years Strong — and Just Getting Started

Forty years ago, our company was built on a simple idea: show up, work hard, and do things the right way. What started as a small operation has grown into a company shaped by experience, resilience, and a commitment to keeping freight moving safely and reliably. Through industry changes, economic shifts, and evolving technology, one thing has remained constant—our commitment, our values, and our drive. This milestone isn’t just about […]

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New Year, New Momentum

As the calendar turns, the New Year gives us a moment to pause, reflect, and reset. The year behind us brought challenges, milestones, long days, and hard earned wins, and every one of them helped shape who we are today. A new year isn’t about forgetting what came before, it’s about building on it. The lessons learned, the teamwork strengthened, and the trust earned all become the foundation for what […]


Delivering the Spirit of Christmas

As the year winds down and the holiday season settles in, Christmas is a time to pause, reflect, and appreciate the people who keep everything moving—even when the world slows down. In trucking and logistics, the holidays don’t come with an “off switch.” Freight still needs to move, shelves still need to be stocked, and families across the country rely on the steady flow of goods to make their celebrations […]

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Thanksgiving Reflections from Reliable Transportation Specialists, Inc.

As Thanksgiving arrives, it offers an important moment for reflection: a chance to step back, take a breath, and recognize the people who make our work not only possible, but meaningful. At RTSI, we have the privilege of working alongside some of the most dedicated professionals in the transportation industry. Our drivers navigate the challenges of the road with skill and resilience. Our teams behind the scenes support operations with […]


Honoring Veterans: The Reliable Spirit That Drives Us All

Every Veterans Day, we at Reliable Transportation Specialists, Inc. take time to reflect on the incredible dedication of our nation’s veterans — the men and women who put service before self to protect the freedoms we hold dear. In trucking and logistics, reliability isn’t just a slogan — it’s a way of life. It’s about showing up, putting in the effort, and keeping promises no matter the obstacles. Veterans embody […]

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