Original equipment parts (OEM) parts are components used on or in a vehicle that come from the original equipment manufacturer. Understanding the difference between OEM parts and aftermarket parts can ...

When selecting parts for a car repair, it pays to know the pros and cons between original and aftermarket parts. Whenever possible, get estimates for both. Many, or all, of the products featured on ...

There are few arguments in the global car culture arena as eternal -- and as heated -- as OEM versus aftermarket parts. On one side, you've got OEM loyalists who'll pay double at the dealer just for ...

While the auto industry has no shortage of complex jargon, one of the simplest tags to understand is 'OEM.' Short for 'original equipment manufacturer', this oft-used acronym refers to a company that ...

DOYLESTOWN, Pa., April 22, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Every component has its own role in the overall automotive performance and ride comfort. For instance, the battery keeps the car going. If you count ...

Original equipment manufacturers produce specialized parts, letting companies outsource production and save costs. OEM parts ensure high quality and reliability, making them more appealing to ...

Aftermarket parts are generally less expensive than OEM parts, although the price varies by brand. Regardless of the brand, using aftermarket parts will typically cost less than OEM parts. According ...

A contributor to CarBuzz since April 2025, Ben also was a finalist in The Intercooler Young Writer Compition in 2021, has done a placement with AutoCar, and runs his own independant automotive blog.

Currently, sheet metal components like hoods, fenders, and bumpers are largely exempt from the 25% duty. But that could ...

Building better construction machines means the components that go into them need to be improved all the time. Chris Sleight looks at the latest development in the sector and the challenges that lie ...