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Is OEM the same as aftermarket?
OEM stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer, which means the parts are made by the same company that makes the vehicle. Meanwhile, aftermarket parts are produced by a different parts company and are often designed to be compatible with as many makes and/or models as possible.
Are aftermarket bumpers OK?
An aftermarket part is any part for a vehicle that is not sourced from the car’s maker. If the parts are direct replacement parts, they will not void your car’s warranty. Some aftermarket parts are equal to or better than the OEM part. If the price seems too good to be true, beware of poor quality parts.
Are OEM products fake?
An OEM refers to something made specifically for the original product, while the aftermarket refers to equipment made by another company that a consumer may use as a replacement. In other words, if the replacement also comes from ABC company, it is an OEM; otherwise, it is an aftermarket product.
Can a OEM part be replaced in the aftermarket?
But not every OEM part has an aftermarket product available – aftermarket suppliers usually carry only commonly replaced parts for each OEM. Replacing a defective product is never a fun task, but it happens to all of us at some point. The moment you buy an OEM product, the clock starts ticking.
Which is an example of an OEM or aftermarket supplier?
For example, Stens is an aftermarket supplier of lawn & garden parts. Their products include replacement air filters, trimmer line, belts, blades and a variety of other items. We carry products from numerous aftermarket suppliers. Now that we know what OEM and aftermarket mean, here are a few things to think about before purchasing parts:
Which is better aftermarket or OEM car hood?
The IIHS performed two major aftermarket parts tests: the first one compared an OEM and Aftermarket hood in a 30 mph crash with a head on frontal barricade. The results of the tests determined that the Aftermarket Hood met all safety standards and reacted just like the OEM hood did.
Can a car be repaired with aftermarket parts?
Since aftermarket parts decrease a vehicle’s book value, using them to repair your vehicle’s body may cost you part or all of your security deposit. But here’s the rub: In 21 states and the District of Columbia, a body shop’s repair estimate does not have to indicate whether aftermarket parts will be used.