Mercedes-Benz Workers in Alabama to Vote on UAW Representation in May

The upcoming union vote at Mercedes-Benz facilities in Alabama marks a critical point in the UAW’s southern expansion efforts.

Thousands of workers at Mercedes-Benz plants in Vance and Woodstock, Alabama, are set to vote on UAW representation from May 13 to May 17.
The vote follows a significant UAW victory with Detroit automakers last fall, boosting the union's momentum.
Mercedes-Benz has committed to ensuring a fair voting process, amidst accusations of anti-union tactics by the company.
Governors from six Southern states have warned that unionization could jeopardize jobs and growth in the auto sector.
A successful UAW vote at the Volkswagen plant in Tennessee could influence the outcome in Alabama.