Honoring Commitment on the Road

The tradition of awarding trucks to Landstar’s independent owner-operators, known as business capacity owners (BCOs), has been running for more than three decades. For the company, the giveaway is more than just a raffle; it’s a way to highlight the professionalism, dedication, and safety record of its drivers.

“It’s always an honor to be part of this incredible tradition,” said Frank Lonegro, Landstar president and CEO. “Each truck giveaway is more than just a celebration. The giveaway is a moment to recognize the dedication and professionalism of our independent business capacity owners. We’re proud to celebrate Christian’s commitment to safety, security, and service with this new truck. We look forward to seeing how this opportunity helps Christian continue along the road to success.”

A Milestone Moment for Sanchez Cantù

Selected as one of five finalists out of a pool of around 8,000 eligible BCOs, Sanchez Cantù stood on stage when his name was announced as the winner. For him, the new Freightliner represents a major step forward in his career.

“This truck will greatly improve my ability to run my business,” Sanchez Cantù said. “I prayed I was going to win and that this event would be a positive day for me, and it was. I am very grateful and overwhelmed.”

How Drivers Earn Their Shot at a New Truck

Earning an entry into the drawing is directly tied to safety and participation. BCOs collect entries throughout the year by hauling loads safely, attending safety meetings, and joining Landstar’s monthly Safety Thursday Conference Call. Once the entry window closes, a computerized system randomly selects the finalists, who must be present at the giveaway.

Landstar covers the cost of the truck’s tag, tax, and title, ensuring the winner drives away free and clear. The company hosts two truck giveaways each year, a tradition that began in 1994.

A Year of Big Wins

This marks the second Landstar truck giveaway of 2025. Earlier this summer, Landstar Two Million Mile Safe Driver George Eason took home a truck during the BCO All-Star Truck Giveaway in July. With Sanchez Cantù’s win, Landstar continues its mission of rewarding drivers who set the standard for safety and professionalism on the road.

The 52nd giveaway is not just a milestone for Landstar but a reminder of the opportunities created when drivers and carriers share a commitment to excellence.

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At this year’s Landstar BCO Appreciation Days in Durant, Okla., Simmons, from Myrtle Beach, S.C., was handed the keys to a sleek, blue 2025 Kenworth T-680 by Frank Lonegro, Landstar’s president and CEO. The event highlighted Landstar’s gratitude towards its community of BCOs. Lonegro expressed, “Landstar truck giveaways are an important way to illustrate our gratitude to all of the Landstar BCOs who support the Landstar network by operating safely and delivering for our customers every time they get behind the wheel. We are delighted to celebrate this life-changing event with Stacie and look forward to helping her achieve continued success as a Landstar BCO.”

Simmons was among five finalists chosen from nearly 9,000 eligible participants. The annual giveaway, a central feature of the two-day appreciation event, underscores Landstar’s dedication to rewarding excellence in safety and customer service.

Standing by her new truck, Simmons shared her excitement, noting the significance of the win for her and her husband, Markus, who is also her team driver. “We have a 2016 Volvo and she’s in the shop right now, so getting this is pretty spectacular,” Simmons said.

Landstar’s selection process rewards owner-operators who consistently deliver their loads safely. Additional entries into the giveaway were granted for attending safety meetings and joining the monthly Safety Thursday Conference Calls. Once the entry window closed, a computerized random draw determined the finalists, who were required to attend the giveaway event in person.

According to Landstar’s press release, the company has been gifting brand-new trucks since 1994, conducting two giveaways each year. This year’s earlier winner, John Fuller, a Two Million Mile Safe Driver and Roadstar honoree, received his truck during the BCO All-Star Truck Giveaway in July. In both cases, Landstar covers all costs related to the truck’s tag, tax, and title…

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