Hyundai's Strike Exposes the False Promise of Automation Labor unrest has reached a boiling point in South Korea, where Hyundai Motor is headquartered.
The union staged its first full strike in 10 years, halting production of over 55,000 vehicles worth nearly $2. 3 trillion.
Workers are fighting for better wages, job security, and a higher retirement age to match the country's aging population. Hyundai's plans to deploy humanoid robots by 2028 have fueled union demands, which are not new.