Ford Strike Escalates as UAW Walks Out of Louisville Plant

Ford executive says company's offer to UAW hits limit of financial flexibility even as union strikes largest plant.

UAW begins strike against Ford's largest plant in Louisville, Kentucky, involving 8,700 workers.

Strike escalates ongoing disputes with Ford, GM, Stellantis over wages, benefits, job security.

Ford says it's reached limit on improving offer but remains open to rearranging details to meet UAW needs.

UAW says Ford hasn't gotten the message despite weeks of bargaining; Louisville strike meant to push for fair contract.