Bosch Introduces New Aftermarket Parts Covering 4.5 Million Vehicles
The new replacement brake pads, engine management parts and spark plugs offer coverage for select BMW, Fiat, Ford and Mazda applications among others.
MEMA Opposes Illinois Bill that would Discourage Use of Aftermarket Parts
The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association has issued a statement formally opposing a proposed Illinois law that would limit the use of quality aftermarket parts by requiring written consent for the use of non-original equipment aftermarket crash parts.
AASA, MEMA Call For Nevada Legislature To Oppose Law That Discourages Use Of Aftermarket Parts
The bill, A.B. 173, would prohibit an insurer from requiring the use of quality aftermarket parts for repairing a vehicle and discourages the use of aftermarket replacement parts for motor vehicles.
Aaron’s Repair Center Wins Aftermarket Parts Alliance Sweepstakes
Whitefield, N.H.-based Aaron’s Repair Center was named the second winner of the Aftermarket Parts Alliance’s Garage Overhaul Sweepstakes. As the winner of the spring sweepstakes, the shop was awarded $50,000 to put toward a shop makeover. “Winning the money couldn’t come at a better time. I just finished making some improvements, and this will allow
Michigan Gov. Vetoes Aftermarket Parts Bill
Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder recently vetoed House Bill 4344, legislation that would update regulations in the Michigan Motor Vehicle Service and Repair Act with new language that limited the use of aftermarket parts. Under the legislation, aftermarket parts would have to be verified by a nationally-recognized automotive parts testing agency before being used. The Auto
New Hampshire Legislature Approves Aftermarket Parts Disclosure Bill
The New Hampshire House and Senate have passed aftermarket parts disclosure legislation, SB 436, that requires an insurer to disclose whether or not an estimate has been prepared based on the use of aftermarket parts. The bill currently awaits final approval from the New Hampshire governor. Under the new law, an insurer that does not
Record Number of New ArvinMeritor Aftermarket Parts
(Clacton, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) 2006 has seen ArvinMeritor Light Vehicle Aftermarket embark on a major new parts development programme.
Icahn Automotive to Separate Into Two Aftermarket Companies
Icahn Automotive will separate into two companies with one focusing on aftermarket parts, which will include retail and commercial lines of the business, and the other on aftermarket service.
ZF Aftermarket Adds 534 New Part Numbers in First Half of 2019 for TRW-Branded Products
The newly-issued TRW part numbers include coverage for nearly 250 million vehicles on the road today.
The Parts Problem: Aftermarket, Dealer or Recycled
With the average age of the vehicle reaching 12 years, finding the right parts is becoming an issue and forcing shops to become sourcing and logistics experts.
