70% report supply chain diversification efforts as inventories rise and consumers increasingly shop for lower cost parts amid high new car prices

53% of aftermarket professionals polled say they have observed demand for lower-cost parts and services grow, yet quality is still the “top influence” for customer preference, suggesting many buyers are shopping for value

“Automotive and tire manufacturers predict that their top workforce-related challenge over the next year will be change management (37%), ensuring employees and departments effectively adopt new technology and processes.