GM and Jack Cooper Relationship Ends Amidst Broken Contract Allegations
GM and Jack Cooper Transport have severed ties following a significant breakdown in their business relationship. Both parties claim the other is responsible for the rift.
GM's Statement
On Friday, GM issued a statement indicating that Jack Cooper Transport had unilaterally terminated services, forcing GM to activate contingency plans with other providers. GM's statement emphasized that it did not anticipate any disruptions to vehicle deliveries.
Jack Cooper's Statement
Jack Cooper disputed GM's claims, stating that GM pulled all business and rejected proposals to continue working together. However, the statement expressed the company's willingness to negotiate a renewed relationship in the future.
Ford Motor Co.'s Involvement
The rupture in the GM-Jack Cooper relationship comes shortly after Ford Motor Co. canceled its contract with Jack Cooper. The situation has garnered attention from U.S. senators who have requested answers from Ford regarding the Ford-Jack Cooper deal.
Teamsters Union Involvement
Jack Cooper workers are represented by the Teamsters union. The ongoing developments in the company's relationship with GM and Ford continue to unfold.