Did you know that the global automotive OEM market is worth over $33.75 billion?
You may have found yourself in a position of needing a new part for a piece of equipment or a vehicle.
So do you go with aftermarket or OEM parts?
This guide will walk you through four good reasons to choose OEM over aftermarket.
What Are OEM Parts?
OEM parts stand for original equipment manufacturer parts. This means that these parts are identical to the parts in your vehicle from the initial build.
That also means that if you have OEM parts and components, you can expect your vehicle or equipment to run in the same way – both in terms of quality and performance. However, you can expect OEM parts to be slightly more expensive than choosing to go with aftermarket parts.
With that said, there are several advantages to using OEM parts for various industries.
Why Consider OEM Components?
You can sometimes get the job done with aftermarket parts. Although OEM parts tend to be more expensive and more difficult to find at times, there are many advantages to choosing OEM parts. Sometimes, OEM is the ideal choice over aftermarket.
Here’s why.
1. Better Warranty
A warranty on your industrial machine ensures you are spending only what you have to.
If you choose non-OEM parts and something happens to that part of your machine, you may no longer be under the manufacturer’s specifications. Unfortunately, this means you will be spending money out of pocket to fix the issue rather than staying under warranty.
2. Easy to Replace
Every piece of equipment is manufactured in a specific way. When you go to replace that part of the equipment, it is much easier to replace an OEM part. Most of the time, alternative parts have to be maneuvered differently while also possibly manipulating parts of the vehicle or equipment as well.
This can cost more for labor as well as potentially cause other damage.
3. Quality of Parts
When you stick with OEM, the quality of the parts is excellent. However, while you can find other parts, you cannot guarantee that they will work or fit correctly.
For instance, with an OEM part, everything will line up properly. However, an aftermarket part may not be designed as specifically, so the holes for bolts or wires may not line up identically.
4. Safety
While the ease of installation and warranty are great reasons to stick with OEM parts, the safety of yourself and the vehicle or equipment is also up there.
Changing to an aftermarket part may involve manipulating other parts and items. This can pose a safety risk.
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