General Motors strike

The agreement follows the pattern set with Ford last week and Jeep maker Stellantis over the weekend.

The people said the union has made a counter-offer to Ford that proposes a 25% general wage increase over the life of a new four-year contract and that negotiations on Tuesday extended well into Wednesday morning.

In a statement, GM said it made an offer on Friday with substantial movement in all key areas.

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