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Good morning! ☀️ Welcome to The Workday Dash – your daily dose of supply chain scoops with a dash of wit. Today’s headlines are sizzling hotter than a lithium-ion battery on I-15.
👉 First up, Canada’s jumping on the tariff train, slapping a 100% tax on Chinese EVs and 25% on their steel and aluminum imports starting October 1.
👉 Meanwhile, Russia’s playing a game of LNG hide-and-seek in the Mediterranean as they try to dodge US sanctions.
👉 And just when you thought California couldn’t get any wilder, a fiery highway shutdown has lawmakers asking Governor Newsom to pump the brakes on his diesel truck ban.
Buckle up; it’s a wild ride.
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Canada to Impose Tariffs on Chinese EVs and Metals
Canada’s following in the U.S.’s footsteps by hitting Chinese electric vehicles with a 100% tariff and adding a 25% tariff on imported Chinese steel and aluminum starting October 1. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says this move is all about countering China’s over-capacity strategy and leveling the playing field in global trade. Tesla’s shares took a hit after the announcement, and they might have to rethink their logistics to dodge the extra costs. Canada’s also eyeing more tariffs on chips and solar cells.
💡 Why It Matters: If you’re in logistics, these tariffs could send ripples through your supply chain, especially if you’re dealing with EVs, steel, or aluminum. Higher costs might force you to rethink sourcing, pricing, or routes.
🔥 Hot Take: This might just be the beginning of tighter trade regulations aimed at protecting domestic industries. Stay ahead of the curve—being proactive could save you some serious headaches down the road.
Russia's Sanctioned LNG Tanker Dodges US Measures in the Mediterranean
A Russian LNG tanker, the Pioneer, just pulled a slick move in the Mediterranean to dodge US sanctions. By transferring its cargo to another ship, New Energy, Russia is showing how far it’ll go to keep its energy exports flowing. This ship-to-ship transfer is pretty rare for LNG, and it’s all about sidestepping those restrictions.
New Energy, which isn’t sanctioned, might be headed to Asia where there’s more demand for Russian energy. This whole situation screams one thing—Russia's relying on a "shadow fleet" to keep the energy trade going, and it’s something we all need to watch.
💡 Why It Matters: If you're in shipping or logistics, these kinds of maneuvers can mess with your routes, timelines, and partnerships. Sanctions are shaking up global supply chains, and this could be just the beginning.
🔥 Hot Take: The rise of a "shadow fleet" for dodging sanctions is like the Wild West of logistics—if you're not paying attention, you might get caught up in the chaos.
Stay sharp, folks; the energy trade is getting trickier by the day.
California Lawmakers Urge Delay of Diesel Truck Ban After Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Incident
In the wake of a lithium-ion battery fire that shut down I-15 for two days, California lawmakers are calling on Governor Gavin Newsom to hit pause on the Advanced Clean Fleets rule, which plans to ban diesel truck sales by 2036. The incident, which left drivers stranded in the desert, raises serious questions about the safety of EVs powered by these batteries.
Lawmakers argue that if one diesel truck carrying lithium batteries can cause this much chaos, we need to think twice before putting more electric trucks on the road without addressing safety concerns first.
Read more at Overdrive Online >
🔍 Why It Matters: If you’re in the logistics game, this push for EVs could have a big impact on your operations. The recent battery fire is a warning sign—more EVs could mean more disruptions, new safety challenges, and potential regulations that might catch you off guard.
🔥 Hot Take: The future may be electric, but it’s not all smooth sailing. As EVs become more common, the industry needs to tackle these risks head-on instead of just riding the green wave without addressing the fire hazards that come with it. Stay sharp and be ready for what’s next!
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The Workday Dash is an aggregation of articles regarding the transportation logistics, trucking, and supply chain industries for December 23, 2024, from iLevel Logistics Inc.