The layoffs are part of efforts to rebalance staffing levels and realign production "to meet global demand" for the Jeep Cherokee, according to the company.

The downtime is not related to the global semiconductor chip shortage that's proving to be a thorn in automakers' sides. Corvette deliveries surged 158 percent during the fourth quarter.

The diversified parts supplier said fourth-quarter revenue improved 12 percent to $4.65 billion. Tenneco's performance was similar to several other large auto suppliers.

It's not unlike the aftermath of a hurricane, said Darren Whitehurst, president of the Texas Automobile Dealers Association.

COVID-19 production shutdowns caused Dana's sales and profit declines in 2020 and led to a net loss of $31 million for the year, marking a dip from the company's $226 million net gain in 2019.

Honda had the biggest yearly gain. It rose from No. 15 last year to No. 5 this year. Porsche, which won the top spot in 2020, fell to fourth place.

In addition to the adverse weather, retailers have been hit by power, Internet and cellular outages. It appears doubtful that many Texas dealerships will be able to open this week. Toyota also idled its San Antonio truck plant through Friday.

GM, Ford, Toyota, Subaru, Stellantis and Nissan are among automakers that have shut production in response to snow, ice and subzero temperatures.

Tesla and General Motors registrations were up in 2020, even though their vehicles are no longer eligible for the $7,500 federal tax credit for buyers of battery-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles.