UAW Pushes for New Union Vote at Alabama Mercedes Plant

The United Automotive Workers (UAW) has filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) to hold a new election at a Mercedes-Benz factory in Alabama, after 56% of workers voted against joining the union. The UAW alleges that Mercedes engaged in union-busting tactics, including firing pro-union employees and holding anti-union meetings. Mercedes denies these claims, stating they adhered to NLRB guidelines. This move follows a successful UAW election at a Volkswagen factory in Tennessee and ongoing union campaigns at other major automakers.