Landstar News & Resources

Landstar welcomed U.S. Congressman John H. Rutherford of Florida’s 5th Congressional District for an interstate ride-along with a Landstar business capacity owner (BCO), followed by discussions with senior leadership about the transportation industry’s outlook and the vital role independent capacity providers play in sustaining the nation’s supply chain.

The Landstar BCO Benevolence Fund made a meaningful difference in 2025, providing $125,000 in financial assistance to 37 independent Owner-Operators and their families during times of unexpected need.

At RBC Freight in Sulphur Springs, Texas, love is just regular business. Read more about how husband and wife team, Gabriela Sandoval and Omar Castillo, took the next step in their Landstar business (and relationship).

Laredo, Texas, along with over 4,600 other cemeteries across the county, commemorates its fallen veterans with a Wreaths Across America remembrance ceremony and wreath-laying event. Now in its fourth year, the city has BCO Bob Mead and his wife to thank for bringing the remembrance event to Laredo.

This Veterans Day, Landstar honors the many veterans across our network — agents, BCOs and employees — whose discipline, leadership, and commitment to safety-first continue to shape our success.

Landstar President and CEO Frank Lonegro joined BCO Jeff Stone for a ride-along, observing the safety-first mindset, security focus, and service excellence that Landstar prides itself on.

Landstar BCO and TCA 2025 Driver of the Year Walter Jackson visited Capitol Hill, bringing the owner-operator voice to lawmakers. Alongside Landstar leaders, they addressed key issues like truck parking, regulatory reform, and cargo theft. See how Walter is driving progress for the entire industry. Read more.

Landstar BCO Christian Sanchez Cantù won a 2026 Freightliner Cascadia in the 52nd truck giveaway. Read his life-changing story and see how safety pays off.

Landstar BCOs volunteer their time and expertise to help build the National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum. See how their passion for supporting the military is helping bring historic aircraft to a new home that will honor all U.S. prisoners of war and those still missing in action. Read their story.