Joint Trends Reports on EV, E-Commerce Show Strong Growth

AAPEX Live 2022 Coverage

Together, the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) and the Auto Care Association, commissioned the 2022 Joint E-Commerce Trends and Outlook Forecast and the 2022 Joint EV Trends and Outlook Forecast to provide the auto care industry with the insights needed to navigate the rapidly… READ MORE  

OK … But Why AAPEX?

By now, you’ve likely seen at least one AAPEX mention in an email, blog, social media post, or digital ad while working, browsing the internet, or reading the news. You may have attended AAPEX in the past, may have attended SEMA, may have only heard from friends who have been to the show, or maybe you just aren’t sure how AAPEX impacts the aftermarket, your life, or your business. . . yet.  READ MORE  

Consumer Demand Driving Ecommerce adoption – shaping the future of the Aftermarket

Heightened demand for the ease and convenience of the eCommerce channel is driving industry wide changes for market participants and the end-consumer. The automotive aftermarket has historically relied heavily on the brick and motor channel and was slow to adopt the online channel. READ MORE  

Why the Automotive Aftermarket is Bouncing Back Already

The U.S. automotive aftermarket had its ups and downs last year, but 2021 is once again proving that the aftermarket is resilient. Aftermarket suppliers report that the first quarter had strong sales and are optimistic about the rest of the year. AASA believes that economic conditions and the fundamental drivers of the aftermarket will support the market throughout 2021, though risks are present (and not just from the pandemic). READ MORE  

A Year of Challenge and Change Puts Us in Pole Position for 2021

By Bill Hanvey, president and CEO, Auto Care Association

After over a year of not being able to be together, there really are no words to express how I feel about the prospect of AAPEX finally being our homecoming this November. 

This is the year that challenged us. This is… READ MORE