Analysis and explainers on replacement parts, repair trends, supply, and the forces shaping the aftermarket — written for the people who work with parts.
Aftermarket replacement parts are showing up earlier and more often in repair decisions. Here is why the conversation is shifting — and what it means for shops and buyers.
For collision shops, parts availability has moved from a back-office detail to a front-line planning factor. Here is how availability now shapes cycle time, estimates, and customer trust.
As the average vehicle stays on the road longer, demand patterns in the replacement parts market shift. Here is what an aging fleet means for parts buyers, shops, and resellers.
Certified aftermarket parts have changed how shops and buyers talk about quality. Here is what certification adds to an everyday repair — and where its limits are.
A handful of part categories consistently draw the most buyer interest. Head lamps, bumpers, and cooling components share three traits that keep them at the center of repair decisions.
We welcome editorial tips, corrections, and contributor pitches from people who work in the aftermarket.