The Weekly Freight Report for January 27th, 2022
The Top 5 Stories in Freight, Transportation, & Logistics
Here’s this week’s Weekly Freight Report:
- First wildfire of 2022 closes highway in California.
- Proof of full Covid vaccine required to enter the US.
- Industry Intel: Data for brokers, carriers, and shippers.
- OSHA withdraws COVID-19 mandate for large companies.
- List of the best carriers that offers CDL training for new drivers.
1. First wildfire of 2022 closes highway in California.
Drivers traveling in California will need to steer clear of the Big Sur area as the first wildfire of the year is forcing residents to evacuate and close the Pacific Coast Highway 1 near Big Sur. The wildfire known as the Colorado Fire was only 35% contained as of Sunday evening. With Santa Ana winds fueling the fire, it’s hard to say how this fire could impact transportation this week. Click here to learn more about the Colorado Fire.
2. Proof of full Covid vaccine required to enter the US.
Be prepared to show proof of your COVID-19 vaccine starting Saturday, January 29, if you plan to cross the border from Mexico or Canada into the US. This restriction applies to all essential foreign workers and has been in the works since October 2021. Trucking capacity will become even tighter as many drivers refuse to be vaccinated and will be looking for loads that do not require them to cross the border. To read more on the mandate requirements and industry impact, click here.
3. Industry Intel: Data for brokers, carriers, and shippers.
Brokers, Carriers, and Shippers can expect adjustments in spot rates and tender rejections as January comes to a close. FreightWaves Sonar Sightings report for Jan 24 sited that Outbound Tender Volume Index (OTVI) average is 4% higher for last week (y/y). That is not necessarily bad, as spot rates have declined as well as tender rejections. With the Headhaul index increasing over 20%, everyone can expect capacity to tighten. To see spot rates and lanes to watch, click here.
4. OSHA withdraws COVID-19 mandate for large companies.
The ATA defeated OSHA in the recent US Supreme Court ruling. The American Trucking Association and other large employers claim a victory this week as OSHA withdraws its COVID-19 mandate after the US Supreme Court ruled that OSHA did not have the authority to issue the mandate requiring COVID-19 vaccines and testing for large companies. OSHA stated it plans to find alternative methods of enforcing safety pertaining to COVID-19. Find out what OSHA has planned here.
5. List of the best carriers that offers CDL training for new drivers.
The transportation industry can be rewarding… especially if you have a CDL and enjoy driving throughout North America. There are a few ways you can get your CDL… one way is joining a company that covers your CDL training which then leads to a permanent job. FreightWaves has published a detailed list of the Best Trucking Companies that Offer CDL training. See who made the list here.
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