Strikes in the American auto industry continue to make headlines. After the agreement reached with Ford, it is Stellantis’ turn to end the strike which has lasted 44 days. The UAW union announced a preliminary agreement with the automaker, providing for a 25% wage increase by 2028.
This victory is historic for the union, since it is the first time that the “Big Three” (Ford, General Motors and Stellantis) have been targeted at the same time by a strike. Negotiations were fierce, but the union managed to obtain an increase greater than that initially proposed by the builders.
The preliminary agreement with Stellantis also provides for cost-of-living adjustments, which will allow for a 33% increase in wages, or $42 per hour. The breakthrough is a big victory for auto industry workers, who have been fighting for better working conditions and higher wages for years.
US President Joe Biden welcomed the deal, stressing the importance of ensuring workers get the wages, benefits, dignity and respect they deserve. This is a major step in the war on the American working class and an encouraging sign for other General Motors employees who are still waiting for a deal.
This news shows the importance of the UAW union in the fight for workers’ rights. Thanks to their mobilization and determination, they succeeded in obtaining significant gains for employees in the automobile industry. However, the fight is not over, as General Motors is still in talks with the union. Hopefully, this historic agreement with Stellantis will pave the way for further progress for General Motors workers and lead to a quick resolution of the strike.
In conclusion, this victory of the UAW union at Stellantis is a major step forward for workers in the American automobile industry. It shows the importance of union mobilization for the defense of workers’ rights. Hopefully this agreement will serve as a model for other manufacturers and lead to improved working conditions and wages for all employees in the automotive industry.