PRESS PHOTOS BY C. RICHARD CHARTRAND Union members walk the picket line Oct. 9 at Mack Trucks, 7000 Alburtis Road, Macungie, after voting down a tentative agreement Oct. 8.

United Auto Workers President and Director Shawn Fain says the workers voted down the tentative agreement by a 73% no vote Oct. 8.

United Auto Workers go on strike 7 a.m. Oct. 9 at Mack Trucks, 7000 Alburtis Road, Macungie. Topics including wage increases, cost of living allowances, job security, wage progression, skilled trades, shift premium, holiday schedules, work schedules, health and safety, seniority, pension, 401(k), health care and prescription drug coverage and overtime remain at issue according to United Auto Workers President and Director Shawn Fain.