Carhaul Teamsters Ratify New National Contract
Source: Teamsters
Contract Delivers Major Wage Increases, Strong Protections, and Maintains Top-Tier Benefits
(WASHINGTON) – Carhaul Teamsters have overwhelmingly ratified a five-year National Master Automobile Transporters Agreement (NMATA), securing major economic gains, improved working conditions, and strong job protections.
“This agreement addresses our members’ top priorities and delivers real improvements for drivers, mechanics, and yard workers nationwide,” said Teamsters General Secretary-Treasurer Fred Zuckerman. “This is a strong, forward-looking contract that improves wages and working conditions while strengthening our position to grow union power in this core Teamsters industry.”
The national agreement delivers 16 percent wage increases over the life of the contract and introduces uncapped cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) in years four and five, ensuring continued wage protection against inflation. The agreement also includes a sunset date on the “new business” clause, ending indefinite use of reduced rates that have undercut existing standards.
Additional gains strengthen work preservation language and close loopholes on pay shortages, terminal assignments, and accident accountability, further protecting members’ rights on the job.
Read more: https://teamster.org/2025/10/carhaul-teamsters-ratify-new-national-contract/
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