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UAW On Strike at Stellantis Sterling Heights RAM Plant

Posted on 23 October 2023 by Ken Zino

The move comes just days after UAW President Shawn Fain detailed the current proposals across the automakers, highlighting the shortcomings of Stellantis’ current offer. Despite having the highest revenue, the highest profits (North American and global), the highest profit margins, and the most cash in reserve, Stellantis lags behind Ford and General Motors in addressing the demands of their UAW workforce. Currently, Stellantis has the worst proposal on the table regarding wage progression, temporary worker pay and conversion to full-time, cost-of-living adjustments (COLA), and more, UAW president Shown Fain told members in his weekly address. Thus far Stellantis has not commented. Continue reading →

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Bill Ford Asks UAW to Choose His View of the Right Path

Posted on 16 October 2023 by Ken Zino

“We can stop this now and I call on my great UAW colleagues, some of whom I’ve known for decades, many are close personal friends. We need to come together to bring an end to this acrimonious round of talks. I still believe in a bright future, one that we can build together. I still believe the automobile industry is a major force for good in our country and we will continue to be there when America needs us most. Continue reading →

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Ford Thoughts on the UAW Strike at Kentucky Truck Plant

Posted on 12 October 2023 by Ken Zino

Ford Motor executives tonight presented their version of the latest developments in the 2023 UAW contract negotiations with a notable and commendable change in tone from the initial Ford response last night. Continue reading →

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No Surprise as UAW Strikes at Ford’s Kentucky Truck Plant

Posted on 11 October 2023 by Ken Zino

Local 862 members at Kentucky Truck make Ford Super Duty pickups as well as the Ford Expedition and the Lincoln Navigator SUVs. President Fain will host a Facebook Live at 10 am on, yes, Friday the 13th of October to provide bargaining updates and take further action if needed. Continue reading →

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Ford – $700M to Louisville Plant for 2023 Super Duty Pickup

Posted on 27 September 2022 by Ken Zino

“UAW Local 862 members are proud to be a part of the F-Series Super Duty’s success both today and tomorrow,” said UAW President Ray Curry. “We celebrate this $700 million investment into Ford’s Kentucky Truck Plant, as it shows that UAW members continue to play an important role in Ford’s future.” Continue reading →

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2022 Ford Super Duty Pickup Gets 12-Inch Screen

Posted on 8 March 2021 by Ken Zino

The new, landscape-oriented 12-inch center touch screen with SYNC®4 is standard on Lariat and above models, with physical controls below for quick access to commonly used functions. Occupants can easily multitask functions by splitting the screen to see navigation, music, truck features and the new digital owner’s manual. Continue reading →

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The Joy of S** as Ford Ups Production

Posted on 19 March 2019 by Ken Zino

Last October, Ford showed its then new “Built Ford Proud” advertising campaign saying that new vehicles are coming in 2019. The ads were the first output following the redesign of Ford’s global marketing. Continue reading →

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