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  • Volkswagen and the UAW have reached a tentative agreement that delivers important improvements in Chattanooga after more than a year of bargaining.  
  • The agreement reflects many of our employees’ priorities and is tailor made for Chattanooga. It will support our employees’ future and lay a strong foundation for long-term success here in Chattanooga. 
  • In the coming days, employees will have a chance to review and vote on the agreement. 
What happens now?

Get your questions answered 

The UAW will be sharing more details about the offer in the coming days.

Participate in the ratification vote 

In the coming days, employees will have a chance to vote on the agreement. 

The UAW sets the terms of the vote, and they will share information with members soon. This is the normal ratification process.

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Volkswagen statements

  • Volkswagen Confirms Tentative Agreement with the UAW for Employees in Chattanooga

    Volkswagen is pleased to confirm we have reached a tentative agreement with the UAW for a first union contract in Chattanooga. This comprehensive agreement will provide meaningful changes for our workforce, including increased wages, reduced health care costs, and more paid time off. All these benefits recognize and reward the hard work and dedication our team members give every day. The agreement is subject to ratification by Volkswagen Chattanooga’s UAW-represented employees. Consistent with the ratification process, the UAW will share details with its membership. We will refrain from further comment out of respect for the process.

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  • Statement on Final Contract Offer to the UAW

    After nearly a year of ongoing negotiations with the United Auto Workers, Volkswagen has presented a final contract offer that reflects our deep commitment to our employees and the Chattanooga community. Our proposal includes a 20% wage increase, a first-ever cost-of-living allowance, a $4,000 ratification bonus, reduced health care costs, industry-leading paid time off, and additional holidays—alongside enhanced job security and other employee-requested improvements.

    This offer is tailored to the needs of our workforce, our plant, and our community. It balances employee priorities with the economic challenges facing our industry, ensuring we can continue to invest and grow in Chattanooga. We urge the UAW to allow our employees the opportunity to vote on this important agreement.

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  • Statement on March 13 UAW Chattanooga allegations

    The union’s claims in its filings today are categorically false. Volkswagen has negotiated with them for months regarding a shift reduction in Chattanooga. We’ve also repeatedly educated them on the economics that have led to this difficult decision – shifting EV demand and an uncertain market. Our focus remains on our employees. We are committed to supporting those who want to voluntarily separate with competitive benefits, including severance packages, retirement options, and education programs in partnership with the State of Tennessee. We will remain at the table, negotiating in good faith with the UAW to reach a competitive agreement that secures our future. In fact, we’ve already resolved 90% of the UAW’s over 800 demands.

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