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Market Capitalization of the Big 4 Auto Parts Retailers Grew 42% over the last decadeLAS VEGAS – July 8, 2025 – New car sales get much of the attention, but the automotive aftermarket has a bigger impact on consumers. Simeon Gutman, an analyst for Morgan Stanley, illus…
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What is the average age of a vehicle in the United States?LAS VEGAS – June 27, 2025 – The average age of U.S. vehicles, including light trucks, rose to 12.8 years in 2025, according to a new analysis from S&P Global Mobility. When considered se…
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M&A heats up in the automotive aftermarket [Auto Aftermarket RoundUp]LAS VEGAS – June 23, 2025 – Good news! We are revitalizing this blog as part of our overall effort to champion the automotive aftermarket. Every month, we will be publishing a few shor…
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Northwood Adds Master’s Degree for Automotive ProfessionalsNorthwood University is launching a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership (MSOL) program tailored for automotive professionals. The MSOL for Automotive Professionals program welcomes particip…
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PHINIA Focuses on Growth of Aftermarket BusinessIn July, PHINIA completed its spinoff from BorgWarner, named a new CEO and pledged to focus on fuel systems, electrical systems, and the aftermarket business. Talk about a lot of change over a short p…
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Ensuring Cybersecurity in the Aftermarket: The REPAIR Act’s Key PointsIn the fast-paced world of automotive technology, ensuring cybersecurity is a top priority. Federal legislation, H.R. 906, known as the Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair (REPAIR…
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Dive Deeper in Regional Demand Index DataAuto Care Association recently deepened its geographic coverage, moving from four to nine regions. This allows subscribers to compare point of monthly sales data for more than 80 parts categories acro…
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Two Powerful Aftermarket Datasets that Drive Competitive AdvantageContributed by the Auto Care Association In today's fast-paced and ever-evolving automotive aftermarket, staying ahead of the curve has become more crucial than ever. Whether you're a manufacturer, d…
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TRICO Introduce Sustainable Wiper BladesTRICO has released a new line of beam wiper blades, TRICO Terra, made from recycled materials, including tires and plastics. These wiper blades are designed to maintain functionality while incorporati…
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Aftermarket Leaders Come Together for Sustainabili-TEADuring the 2023 AAPEX Show, sustainability leaders from across the automotive aftermarket came together to learn about industry association sustainability groups during a “Sustainabili-TEA and Coffe…