How the UAW Strike Will Impact Consumer

The United Auto Workers (UAW) union comprises almost 150,000 members who assemble American vehicles for companies such as General Motors (GM). On September 14 (2023), the workers initiated a significant strike, their first since 2019. The previous Strike involved almost 50,000 GM workers and lasted for 40 days.

A protracted strike by an auto union could significantly impact the availability of specific car models, such as the GMC Hummer EV or the Buick Envista. As production lines come to a standstill, the choices for these Buick or GMC vehicles could become scarce or unavailable. The Strike may disappoint customers with specific expectations for their desired car with certain features, especially trims, colors, or features that enable customization. In particular, enthusiasts who appreciate a personalized experience may find limited options.

A strike by the UAW could have significant consequences beyond just producing new cars. The Strike may also shut down parts manufacturing, leading to limited parts availability for regular maintenance at dealerships and fewer replacement parts for body shops.

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