UAW Contract Explained: Wages, COLA and When It Expires
What the 2023 Detroit Three agreements changed for autoworkers, what is still in effect in late 2026, and why the 2028 expiration date matters.
Category: Plants & Jobs
Plant openings and closures, shift cuts, layoffs, UAW contracts and supplier trouble at named automakers.
US Auto Plants by State: Who Builds What and Where
A state-by-state list of the main light-vehicle assembly plants in the US, from Detroit to the Southern transplant belt, with the EV and battery plants that changed course in 2025 and 2026.
What Happens to Your Car If the Automaker Goes Bankrupt
Your car keeps running after the company fails, but warranty claims, recalls, parts and software can all change. Past cases show how.
Where Was My Car Built? How to Tell From the VIN and Sticker
Two quick checks answer where a car was assembled: the VIN and the federal parts-content label. The answer now affects tariffs and a federal tax deduction.
Who Owns Which Car Brands: Parent Companies of US-Sold Makes
Fifteen parent companies sell most of the cars in American showrooms. Here is who owns what, and the stakes and joint ventures that tie them together.
Most American-Made Cars: The 2026 List and What the Label Means
A US badge does not guarantee US parts, and a foreign badge does not rule them out. The window sticker and federal parts data tell the real story.