Driven by Duty

Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary · 2026

“America was built by people who showed up, put in the work, and kept moving forward. That’s not history — that’s what we do every day.”

A Year of Commitment to Country

The 2026 Journey: Marking the Milestones

From Chateau Elan to the Nation’s Capital, Bennett is honoring the spirit of America all year long through our people, our partners, and the miles that connect us all.

March 2026 – Braselton, GA – Chateau Elan

Annual Symposium & Patriotic Awards Dinner

Bennett gathers at the storied Chateau Elan for its annual symposium, bringing leaders and team members together to align on vision and strategy. The event culminates in a patriotic Awards dinner that honors the core values driving this organization; a powerful reminder that the spirit animating Bennett is the same spirit that has defined America for 250 years. It sets the tone for a year-long commitment to celebrating the nation’s milestone anniversary with intention and pride.

July 4th Weekend 2026 – Nationwide

Independence Day Celebrations

Bennett employees across the country join their communities to mark America’s 250th birthday, a historic moment that calls for something more than an ordinary holiday weekend. From family cookouts to fireworks displays, our people celebrate the freedoms that make this nation worth serving every single day. It’s a reminder that the patriotism on display throughout Bennett’s year of events isn’t a program, it’s a deeply held belief shared by everyone on our team. We also highlight the patriotism in our company and customers in our Transportation Nation: America 250 episode.

July 11th, 2026 – EchoPark Speedway

40 Years with Southern States & NASCAR Race Day

Bennett and Southern States mark four decades of partnership at EchoPark Speedway during the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts race, a fitting venue for a relationship built on speed, trust and performance. Forty years is no accident; it’s the result of two organizations that share the same commitment to reliability, integrity, and getting the job done. With engines roaring and flags flying, this celebration puts the Bennett-Southern States partnership on display for all to see.

August 2026 – Washington, D.C.

Freedom 250 Race – Build Team

Bennett is playing a central role in the construction and logistics behind the Freedom 250 race in the nation’s capital. This is one of the landmark motorsports events marking America’s 250th anniversary. Our team is responsible for large portions of the build, bringing the same precision and work ethic to the streets of D.C. that we bring to every haul on the open road. There’s something profound about helping build a race named for freedom, in the city where freedom was fought for and won.

Week of September 13, 2026 – All Bennett Locations

Driver Appreciation Week

Truck drivers are the lifeblood of Bennett and of America, the men and women who keep this country moving, no matter the weather, the hour or the distance. During this dedicated week, Bennett recognizes its drivers with patriotic celebrations across most of our locations, honoring them not just for their professionalism but for their place in the fabric of this nation. In a year when America is reflecting on 250 years of hard work and perseverance, our drivers represent that story better than anyone.

November 6-7, 2026 – National Championship

Stars, Stripes & White Lines National Championship Truck Show

Bennett caps off its year-long celebration of America’s 250th anniversary with the Stars, Stripes & White Lines National Championship truck show — a two-day showcase of the craftsmanship, dedication, and pride that define the American trucking industry. From the gleaming chrome to the painted patriotic detail work, every truck on display tells a story about the people behind the wheel and the country they serve. It’s the perfect closing chapter to a year that Bennett will long remember.

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