When Shawn Fain sought the presidency of the United Automobile Workers union last year, he ran on a platform that promised: “No corruption. No concessions. No tiers.” That pledge encapsulated many members’ frustrations with years of union scandal and concessions to the three big Detroit automakers, including the creation of a lower tier of wages… Continue reading Why U.A.W. President Shawn Fain Has Taken a Hard Line
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U.A.W. and Ford Reach Tentative Contract Agreement
The United Automobile Workers and Ford Motor have reached a tentative agreement on a new four-year labor contract, the union announced Wednesday, nearly six weeks after the union began a growing wave of walkouts against the three Detroit automakers. The union said the deal included a roughly 25 percent pay increase over four years, cost-of-living… Continue reading U.A.W. and Ford Reach Tentative Contract Agreement
Ford reinstates 2023 guidance, says UAW deal to cost $8.8 billion over life of the contract
watch now NEW YORK – Ford Motor on Thursday reinstated 2023 guidance after pulling its forecast last month due to the impacts of labor strikes and negotiations with the United Auto Workers union. The guidance calls for $10 billion to $10.5 billion in adjusted earnings before interest and taxes, or EBIT, and adjusted free cash… Continue reading Ford reinstates 2023 guidance, says UAW deal to cost $8.8 billion over life of the contract
An interview with Ricardo Quintas, founder and CEO of Adamastor
“We’re putting Adamastor at the cutting edge of automotive technology.” PORTO, Portugal, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Ricardo Quintas is one of the founders of Adamastor and is currently CEO of the Portuguese supercar brand based in Porto. A brand that, starting from a blank sheet of paper and betting on a team that combines… Continue reading An interview with Ricardo Quintas, founder and CEO of Adamastor
Entrevista a Ricardo Quintas, fundador e CEO da Adamastor
“Estamos a colocar a Adamastor no expoente máximo da tecnologia automóvel.” PORTO, Portugal, 30 de noviembre de 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Ricardo Quintas é um dos fundadores da Adamastor, ocupando atualmente a função de CEO da marca de supercarros portuguesa sediada no Porto. Uma marca que, partindo de uma folha em branco e apostando numa equipa que… Continue reading Entrevista a Ricardo Quintas, fundador e CEO da Adamastor
GM says union labor deals will increase costs by $9.3 billion
United Auto Workers members strike the General Motors Lansing Delta Assembly Plant on September 29, 2023 in Lansing, Michigan. Bill Pugliano | Getty Images General Motors expects new labor contracts with the United Auto Workers and Canadian union Unifor to increase its costs by $9.3 billion and add approximately $575 in costs per vehicle during… Continue reading GM says union labor deals will increase costs by $9.3 billion
@FCA: Stellantis Announces Executive Changes in North America
November 29, 2023 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – Stellantis North America today named two executives to key roles in support of the Jeep brand as the region prepares for its electric offensive in 2024. Both moves are effective December 1. William Peffer is named responsible for Jeep brand North America. Peffer joined the Company in 2020… Continue reading @FCA: Stellantis Announces Executive Changes in North America
Autocar magazine 29 November: on sale now
This week in Autocar, we’ve got the lowdown on the replacement for Ferrari’S 812, drive the new Rolls-Royce Spectre on the trail of Henry Royce, ask what the future of petrol stations might look like, and much more. News Ferrari is in the final stages of developing its long-awaited successor to the 812 Superfast, and… Continue reading Autocar magazine 29 November: on sale now
@FCA: Stellantis Global Chief Marketing Officer Olivier François Named as One of Newest Inductees Into AAF Advertising Hall of Fame
November 29, 2023 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – The American Advertising Federation (AAF), the “unifying voice for advertising,” announced today the inductees into the 2024 AAF Advertising Hall of Fame (AHOF). Olivier François, global chief marketing officer for Stellantis, is one of six industry luminaries joining this prestigious group. The announcement will be celebrated during the… Continue reading @FCA: Stellantis Global Chief Marketing Officer Olivier François Named as One of Newest Inductees Into AAF Advertising Hall of Fame
@FCA: Alfa Romeo Tonale Named 2024 Green SUV of the Year™ by Green Car Journal
November 29, 2023 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – Green Car Journal has named the Alfa Romeo Tonale 2024 Green SUV of the Year™. The Tonale is Alfa Romeo’s first globally available C-SUV, offering plug-in hybrid technology and standard all-wheel-drive. Green Car Journal editors noted Tonale’s Italian style, driving dynamics, functionality and high-tech interior. “Alfa Romeo’s Tonale offers… Continue reading @FCA: Alfa Romeo Tonale Named 2024 Green SUV of the Year™ by Green Car Journal