A Radically Different Aftermarket

By Nathan Shipley, automotive industry analyst, The NPD Group

My first business trip in more than 18 months will take place in a few weeks as I fly to Las Vegas for the 2021 AAPEX show. I have attended this show more times than I can count — and the… 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  

More than a Reopen; A Reignition

By Paul McCarthy, president & COO, Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) 

2020. What a year. The year the phrase “new normal” became mainstream and underscored a desire for a return to a world with some semblance of stability and predictability. But in this environment of revised projections and new forecasts… READ MORE