Latest News Updates From Connor D. Wolf

Connor D. Wolf

Connor D. Wolf

Staff Reporter

Connor Wolf is a business reporter at Transport Topics.


GovernmentBusinessSafetyLogistics

Driver Shortage Defines Trucking for 2021

The shortage of professional drivers quickly became the defining issue for the industry during the past year with its far-reaching effects.

December 17, 2021
GovernmentBusinessEquipmentFuelLogistics

Trucking Industry M&A Activity Surges During 2021

2021 was an especially busy year for trucking in terms of acquisitions, with various factors creating an ideal market for buyers and sellers.

December 16, 2021
BusinessTechnology

Software Maker Samsara Rises in Trading Debut

Technology developer Samsara launched an initial public offering on Dec. 15, a move that a top executive said positions the company for continued growth by bringing in key investors to help fund future initiatives.

December 15, 2021
BusinessEquipmentLogistics

Spot Market Bounces Back After Thanksgiving Slump

Spot freight volumes fell Thanksgiving week, but they have more than recovered.

December 13, 2021
BusinessTop 100

Central Freight Lines Shuts Down After Nearly a Century in Business

Central Freight Lines is ceasing operations after nearly a century in business, according to reports Dec. 11.

December 13, 2021
BusinessLogistics

Trucking Reports Busy Black Friday Weekend

Black Friday weekend was particularly busy for the trucking industry with strong demand coming from retailers and supply chain issues.

December 8, 2021
BusinessLogistics

ATRI Study Explores Differences Between Independent, Company Drivers

Truck drivers have distinct reasons for choosing between driving for a company or remaining independent, a new report by the American Transportation Research Institute shows.

December 2, 2021
BusinessTop 100

Ashley Furniture Affiliate Set to Acquire Wilson Logistics Assets

Ashley Furniture Industries affiliate Ashley Pacific Northwest on Nov. 22 entered into an agreement to acquire certain assets of Wilson Logistics.

December 2, 2021
BusinessTop 50Top 100

Werner, TFI Bolster Operations With Acquisitions

Werner Enterprises and TFI International completed separate acquisitions Nov. 29 to bolster their operations.

December 1, 2021
Business

Maverick, Melton, Montgomery Raise Pay, Benefits for Drivers

Maverick Transportation, Melton Truck Lines and Montgomery Transport recently continued the trend of carriers increasing driver pay and benefits.

November 19, 2021