Latest News Updates From Connor D. Wolf

Connor D. Wolf

Connor D. Wolf

Staff Reporter

Connor Wolf is a business reporter at Transport Topics.


Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel, Logistics

Convoy Survey: Empty Miles Top Carriers’ List of Priorities

Digital freight network company Convoy found reducing empty miles is a top priority for small and midsize trucking companies, according to a sustainability survey released March 17.

March 17, 2022
Business

Roadrunner Raises Pay in Latest Phase of Transformation

Roadrunner Freight is increasing driver pay, the latest step in its strategic transformation, the company announced March 14.

March 14, 2022
Business

Moving Experts Discuss Evolving Industry Challenges

ORLANDO, Fla. — The nature of the moving and storage industry requires in-person interactions, but consumers increasingly expect the level of automation and customer service they receive from online sellers, moving industry executives said.

March 14, 2022
Equipment, Safety

Mock Trial Showcases Nuances of Tire-Related Accidents

ORLANDO, Fla. — A mock trial to showcase what could happen after a tire-related traffic accident was conducted March 8 at the Technology & Maintenance Council 2022 Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition.

March 9, 2022
Business, Equipment

Aperia Unveils Latest Version of Tire Management Platform

ORLANDO, Fla. — Aperia Technologies unveiled the latest version of its tire management platform March 8 during the Technology & Maintenance Council 2022 Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition.

March 9, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

SuperTruck Participants Give Update on Phase 2 Progress

ORLANDO, Fla. — Truck makers participating in the SuperTruck Initiative led by the U.S. Department of Energy said their progress on the second phase of the initiative ranged from improved efficiencies from aerodynamics to emissions to freight and more.

March 8, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Fuel

TMC Considers Recommending EV Coolant, Lubricant Practices

ORLANDO, Fla. — Whether the time has come for recommended practices (RPs) for coolants and lubricants for electric vehicles was a topic of discussion during a pair of March 7 study group task force meetings at the Technology & Maintenance Council 2022 Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition.

March 8, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

TMC Readies Study on Reefer Trailers

ORLANDO, Fla. – American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council said its upcoming report on refrigerated trailers can help fleets stay competitive and regulatory-compliant.

March 6, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

Decisiv Unveils New Services

ORLANDO, Fla. — Decisiv has unveiled new services designed to help fleets and service providers streamline service operations.

March 6, 2022
Business, Technology

Reports: Q4 Uptime Increases, but Service Costs Rise

ORLANDO, Fla. — Fleets experienced a 14.2% increase in labor costs related to maintenance and repairs year-over-year during the fourth quarter of 2021, American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) and Decisiv revealed in a report March 6.

March 6, 2022