Ford and UAW Reach Tentative Deal, Potentially Ending Strike

UAW reached tentative labor agreement with Ford, potentially ending partial strike against Detroit's Big 3 automakers.

Deal includes 25% general wage increase over 4 years, immediate 11% raise, improved retirement benefits.

UAW members will vote on agreement; if approved, could encourage similar deals with GM and Stellantis.

Ford has laid off over 3,000 workers during strike; unclear if they'll immediately return.

Deal comes after thousands of UAW workers walked off jobs at Ford, GM, and Stellantis plants over contract disputes.