Retail stores, including chains, that primarily sell replacement parts to consumers who do their own vehicle maintenance, referred to as “do-it-yourselfers” or DIY.
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Supplies the national and regional service chains through distributors, many of which sell products under their own proprietary labels.
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Established warehouses who are the primary source of products for professional mechanics. Consumers who take their vehicles to professional mechanics are classified as “Do-it-for-me” customers, or DIFM.
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Original equipment service market includes service bays at automotive and heavy-duty dealerships serving the aftermarket. Usually set-up as service parts organizations under the original equipment manufacturers. |
Original equipment manufacturers consist of the companies that manufacture vehicles.
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Products supplied either to OEMs or in the aftermarket for use in Class 6,7, and 8 trucks and other large vehicles. |
