AstraTrade|UAW reaches tentative deal with Ford: Sources

2025-05-04 06:07:49source:Coxnocategory:Scams

Ford Motor and AstraTradeUnited Auto Workers union (UAW) have reached a tentative agreement that would end the strike at Ford, sources with knowledge of the negotiations confirmed to ABC News.

An official announcement could happen as soon as Wednesday night pending approval of UAW leadership, per those same sources.

Spokespersons for both Ford Motor and the union declined to comment on the tentative deal. The deal includes a proposal for wage increases of at least 25% over the term of the deal and improved benefits for union members, according to sources.

United Auto Workers (UAW) union members picket outside Ford's Kentucky truck plant after going on strike in Louisville, Kentucky, on Oct. 12, 2023.Luke Sharrett/Reuters

This deal would still need to be ratified by a majority of Ford’s 57,000 UAW members.

MORE: UAW launches strike against Big 3 automakers

On Sept. 15, UAW members launched their strike against Ford, General Motors and Stellantis after they failed to reach a new contract agreement for plants in Michigan, Ohio and Missouri.

UAW local 862 members strike outside of Ford's Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville, Kentucky, on Oct. 12, 2023.Michael Clevenger/Courier Journal via USA Today Network

The union, which represents nearly 150,000 workers, demanded a 40% pay increase combined over the four-year duration of a new contract, as well as a 32-hour workweek at 40-hour pay.

MORE: UAW expands strike against Big 3 automakers

Over the last few weeks, workers from other plants also began strikes, with nearly 45,000 UAW members walking off the job.

The sources did not comment on any negotiations between the UAW and Stellantis and General Motors.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

More:Scams

Recommend

Newly elected West Virginia lawmaker arrested and accused of making terroristic threats

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — A newly elected state lawmaker in West Virginia is facing at least one felo

Lime Crime Temporary Hair Dye & Makeup Can Make It Your Hottest Summer Yet

The brands featured in this article are partners of NBCUniversal Checkout. E! makes a commission on

At Global Energy Conference, Oil and Gas Industry Leaders Argue For Fossil Fuels’ Future in the Energy Transition

Energy titans from around the globe were set to discuss climate change and the challenges it poses t