The United Auto Workers produced what would be the ultimate counteroffer earlier than a strike hits Ford within the labor battle.

The union delivered the proposal Wednesday, per week after Ford offered a 9% pay elevate. The carmaker stated it is going to evaluation the union’s supply and proceed negotiations this week. 

The different two automakers concerned within the contract negotiations, General Motors and Chrysler’s mum or dad firm, Stellantis, have but to ship their provides to the union. GM is anticipated to ship a proposal by Thursday, with Stellantis’ supply scheduled to return by by the tip of the week. 

The UAW’s proposal comes one week earlier than the union’s strike deadline of Sept. 14. If a deal just isn't reached, over 140,000 unionized employees from the three automakers shall be on the picket strains.

The talks have been contentious, with the automakers refusing to fulfill the huge calls for of the UAW and its president, Shawn Fain. 

The union desires a right away 20% wage hike and an annual elevate of 5% for 4 years. The union additionally seeks defined-benefit pension plans for all members, a strict 32-hour workweek and all short-term employees being made everlasting. 

The carmakers have remained adamant that the provides by the union are unrealistic, making it troublesome to stay aggressive.

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