By Doug Cunningham

The power of the UAW strike against American Axle is being felt and the impact is growing every day as GM is forced to close plants. Eighty percent of American Axle’s business is supplying GM. Despite being profitable American Axle is demanding wages be cut in half and is out to eliminate pensions and health benefits for future retirees. Seven GM plants have already been closed by workers strike power. Five more face shutdown on Monday. Talks between the UAW and American Axle are underway again as workers resist deep concessions.