Latest News Updates From Connor D. Wolf

Connor D. Wolf

Connor D. Wolf

Staff Reporter

Connor Wolf is a business reporter at Transport Topics.


BusinessLogistics

Amazon to Suspend Test Service for Outside Deliveries

Amazon .com Inc. is suspending a pilot program that was geared toward delivering packages for third-party vendors that sell goods on its website but that do not ship through one of its fulfillment centers.

April 9, 2020
BusinessTechnologySafety

Trucking Companies Backed by Efforts From Partners

From insurance to the digital freight marketplace to telematics, trucking companies are supported by business partners as they navigate the coronavirus outbreak.

April 8, 2020
BusinessSafetyLogisticsTop 100

Coronavirus Spurs New Incentives for Drivers

Motor carriers are developing incentive plans to provide drivers with bonuses and financial support as they serve on the front lines of the country’s battle against COVID-19.

April 8, 2020
BusinessSafetyLogisticsTop 100

Driver Health Becomes Paramount During Coronavirus Outbreak

Trucking companies are doing a lot to keep their drivers safe and healthy even as the coronavirus pandemic has caused notable disruptions throughout the economy as the number of infected continues to climb.

April 8, 2020
GovernmentBusinessFuel

Diesel Falls 3.8¢ to $2.548 a Gallon; Gas Is Below $2

The nationwide average retail price of diesel fuel declined by almost 4 cents per gallon on April 6, knocking trucking’s main fuel more than 50 cents lower than the same time a year ago.

April 6, 2020
BusinessTechnologySafetyLogistics

How Trucking Apps Support Drivers in Coronavirus Pandemic

Mobile apps are helping truck drivers tackle routing challenges for the swell of necessary deliveries brought on by the coronavirus.

April 2, 2020
GovernmentBusiness

Food Distributors Play Key Role in Coronavirus Crisis

Fleets that haul food and other essential products to keep grocery store shelves stocked are on the front line in the effort to combat the coronavirus pandemic.

March 26, 2020
BusinessLogistics

Trucking Adapts to Spike in Consumer Demand

Trucking is handling increased demand and awaits a potential surge of pent-up activity because of the coronavirus, but what that means for the industry long term remains an open question.

March 26, 2020
BusinessEquipmentSafety

Paccar Recalls 35,671 Peterbilt Trucks for Fire Risk

Peterbilt Motor Co. is recalling 35,671 trucks to repair an issue with battery cables on certain models, according to a March 18 notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

March 24, 2020
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety

Digital Freight Sector Responds to Coronavirus Outbreak

Digital freight-matching companies are taking a proactive approach to confronting the coronavirus as the outbreak worsens.

March 23, 2020