SGT AUTO TRANSPORT 12‑YEAR ANNIVERSARY CONTEST OFFICIAL RULES
NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO VIEW THESE RULES. A COMPLETED VEHICLE SHIPMENT AND A SUBMITTED VIDEO TESTIMONIAL ARE REQUIRED TO ENTER.
This is a skill‑based contest; winners are selected by judging, not by random chance.
Void where prohibited. By entering, you agree to these Official Rules.
1. SPONSOR
SGT Auto Transport Corp, 80 Orville Dr., Suite 100, Bohemia, NY 11716 (“Sponsor,” “we,” “us”).
2. CONTEST PERIOD
The Contest begins on 06/16/2026 7:00 AM EST and ends on 09/08/2026 7:00 AM EST (“Contest Period”), divided into twelve (12) consecutive weekly entry periods. Each weekly period runs Monday 7:00 AM to Sunday 9:00 PM EST. Sponsor’s clock is the official timekeeper.
3. ELIGIBILITY
Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and D.C., age 18+ (or age of majority in their state). Employees, officers, contractors, and agents of Sponsor and their immediate family/household members are not eligible.
Void where prohibited or restricted.
4. HOW TO ENTER
To enter a weekly period, you must:
- Book a vehicle shipment directly with Sponsor and have that shipment fully completed (vehicle delivered);
- Within 24 hours of delivery, record an original video testimonial of approximately 30–90 seconds describing your shipping experience;
- Submit the video to [email protected], including your full name, booking number, and delivery date.
Entries are assigned to the weekly period in which the completed video is received.
Limit: One (1) entry per completed shipment; one (1) prize per person/household for the entire Contest.
5. TESTIMONIAL REQUIREMENTS
Your testimonial must reflect your truthful, genuine experience. A positive review is not required and does not improve your chance of winning.
Entries must be human‑created; AI‑generated or AI‑altered videos are prohibited.
Entries may not contain unlawful, defamatory, obscene, or infringing content.
6. JUDGING (SKILL‑BASED)
Eligible entries received during each weekly period will be judged by a panel of Sponsor representatives based on:
- Clarity & communication: 40%
- Authenticity & detail: 40%
- Overall production/intelligibility: 20%
The highest‑scoring entry wins.
Ties are broken by the highest authenticity score.
If no eligible entries are received in a week, that week’s prize will roll over to the next week or be awarded at Sponsor’s discretion.
7. PRIZES
Twelve (12) total prizes, one per weekly period.
Each prize is a reimbursement of the winner’s actual transportation cost for the qualifying shipment, up to $2,500 USD.
“Transportation cost” means the amount actually paid to Sponsor for the vehicle’s transport, including deposits, broker fees, optional add‑on services, and taxes. If the cost is less than $2,500, only the actual cost is reimbursed.
Total maximum prize pool ARV: $30,000.
The Contest will end when all twelve prizes are awarded or when the total ARV reaches $30,000, whichever occurs first.
Prizes are paid by company check / ACH / refund within 30 days of winner verification.
8. ODDS
Odds depend on the number and quality of eligible entries received each week.
9. WINNER NOTIFICATION & VERIFICATION
Potential winners will be notified first by [email protected] and/or (828) 785-5200 within five (5) business days after weekly judging.
A potential winner must respond within five (5) business days.
Before a prize is awarded, the winner must:
- Verify the shipment was completed
- Provide a completed IRS Form W‑9
- Sign an Affidavit of Eligibility and Liability/Publicity Release
Failure to comply results in forfeiture; Sponsor may select the next highest‑scoring entry.
10. TAXES
Winners are responsible for all federal, state, and local taxes.
Prizes of $600+ may be reported to the IRS via Form 1099.
11. RIGHTS TO VIDEO, NAME & LIKENESS
By entering, you grant Sponsor a perpetual, worldwide, royalty‑free, irrevocable, sublicensable license to use, reproduce, edit, publish, and display your video, name, voice, likeness, city/state, and statements in any media for advertising and promotional purposes.
You represent that:
- The video is your original work
- You own all rights to its content
- No minors appear without parental consent
- The video does not infringe any third‑party rights
You waive any moral rights to the extent permitted by law.
12. PRIVACY
Information collected is used to administer the Contest and is handled per Sponsor’s Privacy Policy at HERE.
13. FTC DISCLOSURE / MATERIAL CONNECTION
Sponsor will disclose that testimonials used in advertising were submitted as part of a contest (e.g., “Submitted as part of our 12‑Year Anniversary Contest”).
14. GENERAL CONDITIONS
Sponsor may disqualify any entrant who tampers with the entry process, violates these Rules, or submits fraudulent, misleading, or AI‑generated content.
Sponsor may modify, suspend, or cancel the Contest if fraud, technical issues, or any factor beyond its control impairs integrity or feasibility.
15. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
By entering, you release Sponsor and its affiliates from liability arising from participation or prize use, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
16. GOVERNING LAW / DISPUTES
These Rules are governed by the laws of the State of New York.
Any dispute will be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Suffolk County, NY.
17. OFFICIAL RULES / WINNERS LIST
Official Rules are posted at HERE.
For a winners list, send a written request to [email protected] after the Contest ends.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is my quote valid for?
Our Quotes are valid for 7 calendar days but you can update your quote or get a new one at any time.
Please, keep in mind that this is a very dynamic market and rates change on a weekly basis. This is why we cannot provide a quote that is valid for longer than 7 calendar days. We believe in fair pricing and want to give you the most accurate price. You can always contact one of our experienced car shipping advisors via phone at (917) 563-6616 or via Live Chat to get a new car shipping quote and speed up the process of your shipment.
How can I track my order in real time?
Yes, you can track your order on our website HERE!
Is my vehicle insured during car transport?
Your vehicle is covered under the motor carrier’s insurance policy from the time of pick up to the time of delivery. Our company always pre-screens the motor carrier to ensure to check that it meets the insurance requirements of the U.S. Department of Transport (DOT) regulations.
How much your vehicle will be insured for depends on the motor carrier’s coverage, the type of trailer, and the value of the vehicle. Usually, open car carriers have cargo insurance coverage between $100,000 and $150,000. Enclosed car carriers offer cargo insurance between $250,000 and $3,000,000. We will provide you with the carrier's certificate of insurance upon request.
Hawaii vehicle shipments are subject to the ocean freight liners' insurance limitation so please contact one of our experienced car shipping advisors via phone at (917) 563-6616 or via Live Chat, in order to learn more.
Can I ship personal items in my car?
Yes, you can have up to 100 lbs in the trunk/cargo area of the vehicle .Items must be contained to a single box or suitcase. However, if you'd like to load more personal items, you will need to provide the estimated weight of the items and we will provide you with an all-inclusive price. Both front seats and the front seat floorboards must remain empty and free of any personal items to avoid damage during transportation.
The backseat must also remain empty unless you've received an all-inclusive rate for items to be placed there. Please, keep in mind per the Department of Transportation (DOT), we're not allowed to ship anything outside of the vehicle on an open transport trailer. You can ship items (additional engine, transmission, etc.) outside of the vehicle but they must be crated and can only be shipped with an enclosed auto transport trailer.
Land shipments - when you ship your vehicle on land all of the above information is valid in regards to shipping personal items.
Hawaii car transport shipments - when you ship your vehicle from/to Hawaii you are not allowed to ship any personal items inside the vehicle.
If any are found the port will refuse the shipment. If you have any specific requests for shipping personal items please don't hesitate to contact one of our experienced car shipping advisors via phone at (917) 563-6616 or Live Chat.
Is Sgt Auto Transport legit
Yes! With over a decade in the auto logistics business, SGT has served over 70,000 customers and transported over 100,000 vehicles. We’re fully accredited and licensed with all the necessary DOT certifications for interstate transport. SGT Auto Transport is one of the top rated car shipping companies in the United States, with hundreds of positive reviews from satisfied customers.