The United Auto Workers (UAW) have announced a potential strike at Ford Motor Company's River Rouge Tool & Die Unit, set for September 26, unless unresolved local contract issues are addressed. The union claims that Ford has failed to reach an agreement more than a year after the contract deadline, with key issues including job security, wage parity, and work rules. UAW Vice President Chuck Browning has been authorized by President Shawn Fain to establish a strike deadline of 11:59 p.m. on September 25. Ford has stated that they invested $15 million in the plant last year and remain committed to negotiations. The UAW's aggressive stance also extends to Stellantis, which faces potential strikes over alleged contract violations. This situation highlights ongoing tensions in the auto industry as worker rights and job security take center stage.