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Autoworkers
The chip shortage is idling Ford plants – and Ford autoworkers
Jul 1, 2021
The automotive business has its ups and downs, but union contracts protect workers from big pay cuts.
GM pursues winning skill set with big layoffs
by
Justin Ho
Nov 26, 2018
General Motors is shutting down production of some of its less-profitable vehicles, closing some plants and cutting an estimated 14,000 jobs. It will double its investment in autonomous and electric cars in the next two years in an effort to get ahead of major changes in the automotive landscape in America. Click the audio player […]
Ford is increasing its investment in Michigan
by
Molly Wood
Mar 28, 2017
VP Joe Hinrichs says the 'major investments have been in the works for quite some time.'
Auto profits rebound, but wages don't follow
Jan 5, 2015
Is a job as an autoworker still a gateway to the middle class?
UAW and Volkswagen in talks to unionize U.S. car plant
by
Steve Evans
Sep 4, 2013
'Worker's councils' will be like labor unions-lite.
The path to Michigan's right-to-work law
Dec 18, 2012
Residents of Flint reflect on Michigan's move from union stronghold to right-to-work state.