Amazon Relay
Amazon Relay is a free freight marketplace where carriers can find spot loads and contracts.
What Amazon Relay is
Amazon Relay is a free freight marketplace where carriers can find spot loads and contracts. Its load board supports searching for and booking one-off freight, alongside Post A Truck matching, lane auctions, and single- or multi-week round-trip contracts. Before committing to a load, carriers can see its base rate, fuel surcharge, and toll charges. Completed loads are paid weekly; work completed by Saturday at 23:59 is paid the following Friday. The Relay app for Android and iOS lets drivers view schedules and load history, perform asset inspections, follow load instructions, and report issues. Its truck-friendly routes account for truck and trailer type, road restrictions, and changing traffic. Drivers can request trip support through Relay Assistant, an AI-generated chat tool. Active carriers can access discounts on services and equipment, including eligible Samsara dash cams. Amazon says carriers generally need qualifying interstate DOT authority, a valid MC number, safety metrics, and insurance. Completed applications are typically approved or rejected within one to three weeks. Amazon was incorporated in 1994 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
Good
- Free access with no subscription fees or joining costs.
- Offers spot loads, contracts, auctions, and truck matching.
- Displays base rate, fuel surcharge, and tolls upfront.
- Mobile app includes schedules, inspections, and load history.
- Weekly payments follow a stated payment schedule.
Watch out
- Carrier eligibility requirements apply.
- Applications typically take one to three weeks for a decision.
- Loads are tendered directly, not through third-party load boards.
Who it suits
Amazon Relay suits eligible freight carriers seeking spot loads, contracts, and a mobile workflow for drivers. Carriers should review the authority, safety, and insurance requirements before applying.
Verdict
Amazon Relay combines load search and booking with driver tools for schedules, routes, inspections, and support. Its free access is limited to carriers that meet the stated eligibility requirements.
Plans and prices
From Amazon Relay's own pricing page, checked 7 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon Relay | Free | Free access; no subscription fees or costs to join; carrier requirements apply |
The facts
Each one read from Amazon Relay's own pages, with the date it was checked.
Where it runs
- Application timing
- Amazon says completed carrier applications are typically approved or rejected within one to three weeks.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Mobile app
- Drivers can view schedules and load history, perform asset inspections, follow load instructions, and report issues in the Relay app.checked 7 Oct 2026
What it does
- Booking options
- Relay offers Post A Truck matching, lane auctions, and single or multi-week round-trip contracts.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Carrier eligibility
- Carriers generally need interstate DOT authority active for at least 180 days, a valid MC number, qualifying safety metrics, and required insurance.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Driver support
- Drivers can request trip support through Relay Assistant, an AI-generated chat tool in the app.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Integrations and discounts
- Active Relay carriers can access discounts on services and equipment, including eligible Samsara dash cams.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Load board
- Carriers can search for and book one-off spot freight loads through the load board.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Navigation
- The app provides truck-friendly routes that account for truck and trailer type, road restrictions, and changing traffic conditions.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Payments
- Completed loads are paid weekly, with work completed by Saturday at 23:59 paid the following Friday.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Security
- Amazon says it screens carrier credentials, verifies driver identity, tracks loads using trailer telematics, and uses trailer cameras and sensors for cargo security.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Support and reporting
- Relay carriers and drivers can report suspicious activity at any time through the operations center or the listed security email address.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Third-party load boards
- Amazon says loads are tendered directly to approved carriers through the Relay web portal or mobile app, not through third-party load boards.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Upfront rates
- Relay shows the base rate, fuel surcharge, and toll charges before a carrier commits to a load.checked 7 Oct 2026
- What it does
- Amazon Relay is a free freight marketplace where carriers can find spot loads and contracts.checked 7 Oct 2026
The company
- Company details
- Amazon’s investor FAQ says the company was incorporated in 1994 and its principal corporate offices are in Seattle, Washington.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Founded
- 1994checked 28 Sep 2026
- Headquarters
- Seattle, Washington, United Stateschecked 28 Sep 2026
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