For first time ever, UAW strikes at all 3 of Detroit’s automakers at once

The strike is far different from those during previous UAW negotiations. Instead of going after one company, the union, is striking at all three.

DETROIT — Nearly one in 10 of America’s unionized auto workers went on strike Friday to pressure Detroit’s three automakers into raising wages in an era of big profits and as the industry begins a costly transition from gas guzzlers to electric vehicles.

By striking simultaneously at General Motors, Ford and Chrysler owner Stellantis for the first time in its history, the United Auto Workers union is trying to inflict a new kind of pain on the companies and claw back some

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