The United Auto Workers (UAW) is a prominent labor union founded in 1935 that represents employees in the U.S. automotive industry, as well as workers in aerospace, agriculture, and other manufacturing sectors. Known for its influence in collective bargaining, the UAW has negotiated contracts with major automakers such as General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis. The union is central to labor disputes, wage negotiations, and workplace rights, shaping the dynamics between manufacturers and their workforce.