GM, Toyota models delayed by hauler dispute | Detroit Free Press | freep.com
Buyers of certain Toyota and General Motors models are facing unexpected waits as automakers reassign transport work after terminating contracts with an Atlanta-based carhauler.
Cassens, Jack Cooper and United Road are picking up a lot of this freight, which means a huge wave for them and their sub-haulers. However, according to information from today's Automotive News, I would expect slow-downs a bit later. Port traffic will slow because of the Japanese situation (everybody expected that)-- as well as for Japanese-owned assembly plants in North America that rely on some parts from Japan.
Honda is cutting hours by 50% at assembly plants in AL, OH and IN. Subaru announced cuts at Lafayette, IN plant of 50%. Toyota's 18 Japanese assembly plants are closed until April 18th, and there is no guarantee they won't extend those closures.