ANN ARBOR – The Center for Automotive Research (CAR), a leading independent non-profit organization focused on automotive research and analysis, today announced the release of a new white paper co-authored with Wayne State University, titled “UAW’s Next Frontier: Mercedes-Benz in Alabama.”
This white paper examines the upcoming unionization vote at the Mercedes-Benz U.S. International (MBUSI) plant in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, scheduled for May 13-17, 2024. The paper explores the significance of this vote for both the United Auto Workers (UAW) and Mercedes-Benz, considering the recent changes within the UAW and the potential impact on labor relations in the South.
Key points explored in the white paper:
- The UAW’s recent leadership changes and renewed focus on organizing.
- Mercedes-Benz’s Tuscaloosa plant as a strategic asset and its current labor practices.
- Potential benefits and challenges of unionization for both the UAW and Mercedes-Benz.
- The broader implications of the vote for the future of labor relations in the U.S. automotive industry.
“The results of the unionization vote at Mercedes-Benz Plant Tuscaloosa will not only have a persistent impact on both the UAW and Mercedes-Benz but also have broader implications for the U.S. automotive industry,” said Yen Chen, Principal Economist at CAR, lead author of the white paper, co-authored with Dr. Marick Masters, Professor of Business at Wayne State University. “This white paper provides valuable insights for industry leaders, policymakers, and observers of the labor movement to understand the stakes involved in this pivotal moment.”
The CAR white paper “UAW’s Next Frontier: Mercedes-Benz in Alabama” is available for download at https://www.cargroup.org/publication/uaw-mercedes-benz-white-paper/
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