UAW Slams Automakers’ Slow Bargaining, Files Labor Complaint
The United Auto Workers union says it has filed unfair labor practice complaints against Stellantis and General Motors for failing to make counteroffers to the union’s economic demands.
US Dedicates $12 Billion to Retrofit Auto Plants for EVs
The Biden administration is making up to $12 billion available for automakers to retrofit their facilities to make electric vehicles and hybrids.
August 31, 2023United Auto Workers Clear Path to Strike If Talks Fail
The United Auto Workers gave union leaders permission to call a strike against the biggest U.S. carmakers if they fail to agree on a new contract before Sept. 15, a procedural formality that sets the stage for three weeks of tough negotiations.
UAW to Vote on Strike Authorization Next Week
DETROIT — About 146,000 members of the United Auto Workers union will vote next week whether to authorize their leaders to call strikes against the Detroit automakers.
Biden Urges Detroit Automakers, UAW to Reach Labor Deal
President Joe Biden urged United Auto Workers and Detroit’s Big Three automakers to come to a “fair agreement,” weighing in on tense contract talks with major implications for the economy.
UAW to Show List of Economic Demands to Automakers This Week
DETROIT — The United Auto Workers union will present a long list to General Motors, Ford and Stellantis when it delivers economic demands to the companies this week, the union’s president says.
UAW Strike Threats Heat Up Before Detroit Negotiations Begin
Besides the usual haggling over wages, pensions and health care, the UAW union ahead of negotiations with Detroit automakers has set its sights on securing a foothold in the EV industry.
Union Workers Question Safety at GM’s Ultium Battery Plant
While the United Auto Workers union hammers out a new deal with GM and battery manufacturer Ultium Cells, workers are pointing to safety hazards as a key issue in the negotiations.
UAW Demands Support for EV Workers Before Endorsing Biden
New leaders of the United Auto Workers are withholding the union’s endorsement for President Joe Biden’s re-election until he shows support for a “just transition” to electric vehicles, according to a letter sent by newly elected UAW President Shawn Fain.
Challenger Wins Close Race to Lead United Auto Workers Union
DETROIT — Challenger Shawn Fain defeated Ray Curry, president of the United Auto Workers, in a close election and vowed to take a more confrontational stance in negotiating with automakers.