U.S. aftermarket suppliers support the light-, medium- and heavy-duty vehicle markets. The aftermarket segment includes the manufacturing, distribution, retailing and installation of all vehicle parts, chemicals, tools, equipment and accessories necessary to keep the vehicles on our roads operating safely and efficiently.

Most aftermarket repair work takes place in a vehicle manufacturer’s dealership service facility or an independent repair shop. There is also a strong “do-it-yourself” market – individuals who perform their own vehicle maintenance. Considering how many oil changes, brake jobs, batteries, filters, hoses, belts and tires a vehicle requires in its lifetime, it is easy to see why the $244-billion aftermarket segment is steadily growing.

Visit the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) website, part of the MEMA network, to learn more.