Volkswagen Statements
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.
Statement on Feb. 27 conditional contract offer to the UAW
Today, Volkswagen Group of America extended a conditional contract offer to the UAW that agrees to improve our offer even more, but only if the UAW withdraws some of their demands first. This is not standard but we are trying a new approach to move these negotiations along. After months of meaningful moves and offers from the company, the UAW has maintained economically unfeasible demands for our plant. We will never reach a deal if only one side is making concessions.
We’ve resolved 90% of the union’s more than 800 demands and have found ways to give the UAW a lot of what it is asking for: double digit wage increases, lower health care costs, cost-of-living adjustments, a ratification bonus, and much more. We don’t have unlimited resources. We are a single factory that must remain competitive in an uncertain economy. We are proud of the great jobs we have in Chattanooga and we believe our contract offer will make those jobs even better and secure jobs into the future.
Statement on ongoing negotiations
Our latest offer bumps employee wage increases to 16.5%, puts a ratification bonus on the table for the first time, improves the cost-of-living allowance and reduces health care costs. Reaching a deal requires both sides to find common ground. It is time for the UAW to prioritize what is most important to employees and get a deal done, so we can secure great Volkswagen jobs in Chattanooga in the future.
Statement on Jan. 21 UAW contract offer
Volkswagen continues to work hard at the bargaining table with the UAW to reach a strong first contract that makes our great Chattanooga jobs even better. We have a compelling offer on the table that guarantees employees a 14% pay raise over the four-year contract and a 25% raise over five years following recent pay increases. We heard our employees’ feedback and, for the first time ever, offered COLA and profit sharing so they can feel confident in their wages and share in the company’s success. We worked to decrease health care costs and guarantee those lower costs over the course of the contract. The auto industry is facing massive challenges and our own company is making tough decisions around the globe to remain competitive. We want to improve our employees’ experience, but we also won’t agree to anything that could limit our ability to invest in Chattanooga in the future. We are committed to getting creative and reaching an agreement that keeps Chattanooga thriving.
Statement on UAW contract offer
Volkswagen has been at the bargaining table working quickly and tirelessly with the UAW to reach a strong first contract. Working collaboratively with unions and taking care of our people are deeply anchored in the Volkswagen DNA. We have made the UAW a compelling economic offer that makes our great Chattanooga jobs even better. Our offer gives employees a 14% raise over the four-year contract, profit sharing for the first time ever, and improves our already strong health care benefits. This is a contract that keeps Chattanooga thriving.
Statement on the kickoff of UAW negotiations
We kicked off negotiations with the UAW this morning and listened to their 800 demands. We are getting to work reviewing each of the demands in detail. We are committed to hearing our employees’ feedback and reaching a deal that improves their experience. These negotiations are unprecedented, and we recognize our agreement will establish a new model for a contract of this kind. We will work collaboratively and creatively with the UAW to take a fresh approach and reach a deal that is specifically right for our employees and families, our plant and our community.
Joint Statement from UAW and Volkswagen on Certification of Election Results in Chattanooga
The National Labor Relations Board has certified the results of the election in which Volkswagen Chattanooga employees voted for representation by the United Auto Workers.
Volkswagen workers vote for union representation in Chattanooga
Volkswagen Chattanooga workers voted in favor of union representation in their workplace this week.
Media advisory: NLRB confirms Chattanooga UAW vote
The NLRB has finalized the election agreement confirming election dates of April 17-19. We respect our workers' right to a democratic process and to determine who should represent their interests. We fully support an NLRB vote so every team member has a chance to vote in privacy on this important decision. Volkswagen is proud of our working environment in Chattanooga that provides some of the best paying jobs in the area.
Statement on Volkswagen Chattanooga NLRB vote request
On the morning of March 18, we received notice that the UAW has filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board to hold an election to determine representation of Volkswagen’s Chattanooga plant. We respect our workers' right to a democratic process and to determine who should represent their interests. We will fully support an NLRB vote so every team member has a chance to vote in privacy in this important decision. The election timeline will be determined by the NLRB. Volkswagen is proud of our working environment in Chattanooga that provides some of the best paying jobs in the area.
Most MY23 and MY24 ID.4s eligible for full $7,500 Federal Tax Credit in ’24
To date, Volkswagen is the only foreign automaker that has a full battery electric vehicle that is eligible for the full Federal Tax credit, thanks to local assembly and sourcing.
Statement on Volkswagen Chattanooga
We believe in frequent, transparent, and two-way dialogue with our people to help them stay informed and connected and help shape our world-class assembly environment. We also respect the right of our workers to determine who should represent their interests in the workplace.
Volkswagen offers 11% pay raise for Chattanooga production employees
Volkswagen of America is pleased to announce an 11% pay raise for our Chattanooga assembly plant’s production team members.