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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

Delays in shipments could extend through the holiday season and into next year due to a stressed supply chain, experts warned.