Striking autoworkers in Three Rivers secure new contract with promise of $30 hourly pay by 2030

By: Kyle Davidson

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: June 15, 2026

Words: 350

Last Updated: 1 month, 1 week ago


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Union autoworkers at the American Axle plant in Three Rivers returned to work on Monday morning after voting to approve a new contract with the supplier the day prior.

Members of United Autoworkers Local 2093 on Sunday voted in favor of ratifying a new contract, with 80% of members in support.

When the union’s contract with American Axle, now known as Dauch Corporation, expired on May 31, members declared a strike, telling company leadership