Posted 10/9/2023, 3:25:00 PM
Mack Truck workers strike after rejecting contract offer with pay and benefit concerns
- Thousands of UAW workers at Mack Trucks went on strike after rejecting a proposed 5-year contract by 73%
- The rejected deal would have raised wages 20% and frozen health insurance premiums
- Main issues include pay, work schedules, benefits, and health and safety
- Mack said they're surprised and disappointed by the vote, noting union called the deal "historic" earlier
- UAW targeted strikes continue against GM, Ford, and Stellantis; deals there may have raised expectations
