The Daily Dash is a quick look at what’s happening in the freight ecosystem. In today’s edition, we highlight Navistar’s trucks recall; strong comments from a former U.S. senator; and hope for a productive 2021 in Mexico.
The High Five
1A loss of electrical power, which could cause engines to shut down and increase the risk of a crash, has prompted Navistar to recall 32,603 International LT and Lonestar trucks. Alan Adler has the full story: Navistar recalls heavy-duty trucks for engine shutdowns
2Former U.S. Sen. Bob Corker — the keynote speaker on Day 6 of FreightWaves’ Global Supply Chain Week — said, “The coddling of non-democratic leaders has hurt us.” Alan Adler with the recap: Corker worries for America’s fading status
3FreightWaves scientific rates are predicting a return to a slow downward trend after the impacts of the past month’s winter storms recede. Market expert Zach Strickland offers analysis: Spot-market rates set to resume slow downward trend
4After a disruptive year, Mexico’s light vehicle manufacturers hope to revive a sector depressed by the COVID-19 pandemic, shortages of semiconductor components and energy for factories. Noi Mahoney with the details: Mexican automakers hope to fire on all cylinders in 2021
5Infinit-I Workforce Solutions wants truckers to be better prepared for challenging weather conditions — and thus is offering a complimentary “Driving in Winter Weather” training video. Nick Austin with more: Transportation training company offers free course after deadly storms
Five more to check out
Soaking rains stick around South this week
Huge rebound in tender volumes
Logistics provider expands operations in Laredo
FreightWaves adds aggregated predictive scientific rate tickers to SONAR
