Latest News Updates From Connor D. Wolf

Connor D. Wolf

Connor D. Wolf

Staff Reporter

Connor Wolf is a business reporter at Transport Topics.


BusinessEquipment

U.S. trailer orders surge 311% in September

U.S. trailer orders were boosted to triple-digit percentage growth amid seasonal factors and a delayed order cycle in September.

October 26, 2026
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Freight recovery faces fresh headwinds

The freight market gained some momentum in September, as shrinking capacity helped offset flat demand and pressure from fuel costs.

October 26, 2026
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Mullen Group holds capital for Canadian project boom

The Okotoks, Alberta-based company has positioned its specialized transport networks for incoming energy, infrastructure and industrial developments.

October 22, 2026
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Knight-Swift CEO sees opportunities post-Montgomery

Knight-Swift CEO Adam Miller expressed optimism Oct. 21 that the market is shifting to better favor safe carriers after Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II.

October 22, 2026
BusinessEquipment

U.S. Class 8 sales jump 30% in September

U.S. Class 8 retail sales jumped 30% year over year in September, while year-to-date sales remain down 5%.

October 18, 2026
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Fleets target driver pay raises in select markets

“The biggest headwind right now is finding qualified drivers,” said Priscilla Peters, vice president of marketing at Conversion Interactive Agency.

October 16, 2026
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Diesel costs squeeze trucking ahead of peak shipping season

The trucking industry is navigating major fuel cost pressures heading into the holiday shipping season, but the severity remains uneven.

October 16, 2026
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J.B. Hunt focuses on margin repair as costs rise

The Lowell, Ark.-based carrier reported that revenue increased 21% to $3.68 billion from $3.05 billion in the third quarter.

October 16, 2026
BusinessLogistics

National Retail Federation forecasts holiday sales growth

The NRF Annual Holiday Forecast found that retail sales are expected to grow 4.2% year over year in November and December. 

October 16, 2026
BusinessEquipment

Used truck sales take unexpected dip as inventories tighten

Used Class 8 truck sales slowed in August, defying typical seasonal trends as inventories tightened.

October 9, 2026

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