In 1934, Earl Sr. and Lillian Congdon established Old Dominion Freight Line in Richmond, Virginia, starting with just one truck and a firm dedication to fulfilling their commitments to customers. Over the years, significant efforts have been invested in transforming OD into a prominent figure in the freight industry. Today, the core belief of “assisting the world in keeping promises” remains the cornerstone of our operations, as the entire OD community continues the legacy of supporting our clients in achieving their goals.

Old Dominion Freight Line was founded in 1934 by Earl Sr. and Lillian Congdon in Richmond, Virginia, with minimal resources but a strong resolve to uphold their pledges to customers. Since then, OD has evolved into a frontrunner in the freight sector through persistent hard work and a commitment to service excellence. The ethos of aiding individuals and businesses in fulfilling their commitments persists within the OD family, driving our collective efforts to ensure the success of our customers.