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 ...

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.

Car enthusiasts of a certain age will remember parts counters featuring one or more large microfiche readers, typically festooned with various stickers and notices. Upon requesting a certain part, the ...

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 ...

Fixing your car after an accident is stressful enough without the added pressure of deciding between parts from your car's manufacturer, known as OEM parts, and aftermarket parts. Dealerships may ...

An original equipment manufacturer (OEM) makes equipment or components that are then marketed by its client, another manufacturer or a reseller, usually under that reseller’s own name. An OEM may make ...

Amazon shoppers who need replacement parts or vehicle accessories now have an easier way to get what they need in the new OEM Automotive Parts Shop. The personalization is integrated with Amazon ...

Let's bust a big myth right now. There's this idea floating around that the only way to preserve your Toyota's near-immortal status is to only use OEM parts. That's a great piece of marketing, but ...

Buying parts and bringing them to a mechanic has probably crossed your mind at some point. But is that even a realistic idea ...

The Commercial Vehicle and Heavy Duty Program brings together Auto Value Truck Parts, All-Pro Truck Parts and Bumper to Bumper Truck Parts members.

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 ...