Automotive suppliers at every tier are playing the waiting game as the UAW strike against the Detroit 3 automakers unfolds, preparing for potential layoffs should it be a prolonged work stoppage.
The union's walkout at midnight Friday has an impact beyond the three targeted plants – Ford's Michigan Assembly in Wayne, Stellantis NV's Toledo Assembly Complex just across the Ohio border and General Motors' Wentzville Assembly plant near St. Louis.
The strike will halt production of popular, high demand vehicles including the Ford Bronco and Ranger; the Jeep Gladiator and Wrangler; and the GMC Canyon and Colorado.
Major suppliers to these plants include Lear Corp., Dana Corp., Superior Industries, Cooper Standard, Tenneco and Martinrea, to name a few.