Accessorials

Driver assist

Driver labor beyond normal driving, such as helping load, unload, count, or move freight.

Updated 2026-06-04

Written and reviewed by LaneMath Editorial Team. Updated 2026-06-04. LaneMath pages are maintained as practical carrier education using public references, example-only math, and internal editorial review.

Carrier note

Use this term in context with the rate confirmation, broker communication, facility instructions, and billing paperwork. A short definition is useful, but the written load terms control the actual freight decision.

Carrier example

A carrier sees driver assist mentioned during dispatch and checks whether the rate confirmation says how approval, documentation, and billing should work.

Common mistake

Assuming driver assist is approved because it was discussed by phone.

Paperwork note

For driver assist, keep written approval, timestamps, receipts when relevant, BOL, POD, revised confirmation, and invoice notes.

References and methodology