The days leading up to a big union vote at Volkswagen’s Tennessee plant are filling with name-calling and threats, and not inside the Chattanooga factory.
State GOP Lawmakers Call VW ‘Un-American’: If Union Voted In, No More Incentives
VW’s 1,550 workers in Chattanooga will vote through a secret ballot later this week.
To Unionize Or Not To Unionize: Vote Imminent For VW Chattanooga
A formal vote has now been scheduled, and workers at Volkswagen’s Tennessee plant will decide through a secret ballot whether to be represented by the UAW. The union initially hoped the German automaker would accept signed union cards from a majority of employees.
Dodge Taunts Tennessee-Built Volkswagen In New Ad
The latest ad for the Dodge Charger targets one of its four-door competitors–the Volkswagen Passat, built in Chattanooga.
Will This Volkswagen ‘SUV Sports Car’ Be Built In Tennessee?
Wednesday, Volkswagen will show off a concept for an SUV that could be built in Tennessee. It’s one of many vehicles on display at the Los Angeles Auto Show.
VW Labor Leader Doesn’t Calm TN Governor’s Union Fears
After finally meeting in person with Volkswagen’s top labor official, Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam remains just as fearful of the United Auto Workers organizing at the company’s Chattanooga plant.
Push To Unionize VW Plant Pits Workers Against Tennessee GOP
When it comes to union organizing at an auto plant, the tension is typically between the workers and the management. But not at Volkswagen. The United Auto Workers is attempting to finally unionize its first foreign-owned plant in the South. And so far, Republican officials are the ones trying to stand in the way.
TN Worker Complaint: VW Forcing Unionization With Threats
Four workers at Volkswagen’s plant in Chattanooga have filed another formal complaint with the National Labor Relations Board. They argue the company is coercing employees into approving the United Auto Workers as their bargaining agent.
TN Gov: Before VW Recognizes Union, There Should Be A Secret Ballot
Tennessee’s top Republicans continue to try to fend off the United Auto Workers from unionizing the Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga. Governor Bill Haslam says the 2,500 employees deserve to take a secret vote on it.
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