More than 800 members of UAW Local 5101, representing workers at Woodward MPC, have voted by 71% to authorize a strike after months of company stall tactics and unfair labor practices during contract negotiations the UAW claims. Woodward workers voted to affiliate with the UAW last fall.* “Since then, the company has committed over three dozen unfair labor practices, including total refusal to negotiate with the union. Workers are fighting for industry-leading wages, fair progression, time off, and job security.,” according to the UAW. [The International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America – AutoCrat] The workers at Woodward build commercial and military aviation equipment for Woodward’s customers, including the U.S. Government and Boeing among other companies.
“UAW members at Woodward have sent a clear message to the company,” said UAW President Shawn Fain.** “Stop with the illegal delay tactics, bargain a fair agreement, or we’re ready to strike. Management has a choice to make: negotiate a contract, or face a strike.” Continue reading
Milestones – 15 Million Honda Accords Sold in U.S.
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Honda (NYSE: HMC) today confirmed the sale of 15 million Honda Accords* in America, noting a major milestone for the country’s best-selling car during the past 50 years. (footnote1 below **) The 15 millionth Accord, a 2026 Accord Sport-L Hybrid, was purchased from Norm Reeves Honda in Cerritos, Calif. by Andrea, a 26-year-old insurance agent from Southern California. Her new Accord replaces a 2017 Accord Sport that was passed down by her father, whose first vehicle purchase in 1997 was also a Honda Accord. Andrea’s younger sister, Alondra, also purchased a new Honda Accord from the same dealership that day. The 24-year-old chose a 2026 Accord Sport-L Hybrid and is now the owner of the 15,000,001st Honda Accord sold in America.
“On behalf of Honda associates here in America and worldwide, I want to express our sincere appreciation and gratitude to the 15 million customers who purchased an Accord, including Andrea and Alondra,” said Jessika Laudermilk, assistant vice president of Honda National Auto Sales at American Honda Motor Co., Inc. “As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Accord, together with Honda dealers nationwide, we are committed to building on the quality, reliability and enduring fun-to-drive spirit of Accord for the next 50 years.” Continue reading →