Two of America’s largest automakers are bracing for more disruption after the United Auto Workers (UAW) union announced more strikes over wages.
The union has expanded industrial action to include all 38 parts and distribution centers operated by General Motors and Chrysler owner Stellantis in the United States.
It also previously targeted Ford, but the manufacturer has since complied with some of the UAW’s demands.
The UAW has demanded that automakers raise wages and guarantee better rights for workers making electric vehicles.
Shawn Fain, president of the UAW, said General Motors and Stellantis have rejected proposals.
He said: “Stellantis and GM are going to need some serious pressure.”
This comes after Detroit’s three major automakers – Ford, General Motors and Stellantis – were hit by simultaneous strikes last week for the first time in history.
Nearly 13,000 workers in Ohio, Michigan and Missouri walked off the job last Friday.
The strike is impacting production of numerous models, including the Jeep Wrangler and Ford Bronco SUV.
The so-called ‘Detroit Three’ are among the carmakers switching from petrol and diesel vehicles to electric cars, a process costing billions of pounds.
They’re also bracing for an influx of cheaper electric models from China, which could spell trouble for U.S. and European automakers alike.
The UAW said it has made progress in negotiations with Ford and that the company has now agreed to provide workers with living expenses and additional job security in the event of layoffs.
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