Demand

Lordco Auto Parts launched its B2C website, Lordco.com, to capture retail demand as consumers keep vehicles longer.

Inflation hits customers hard, driving 57% of consumers to choose independent aftermarket parts over premium OE options for repairs.

With the CFIB Barometer at 58.5, jobbers must pivot inventory from maintenance to critical repairs as consumers delay spending.

With 20.9M replacement tires shipped vs 10M OE, I analyze how top tire makers profit from this massive aftermarket gap.

Independent parts now hold 57% market share. Learn how income divergence drives this shift and what it means for your inventory.

The U.S. light-duty aftermarket will grow 5.2% in 2026. I analyze how aging fleets drive nonwarranty parts demand for B2B buyers.

The 2026 aftermarket grows 5.4% on a 13-year fleet, but a $60k tech vacancy, Hankook's $1.6B ramp, and 3% EV-ready techs make it a sourcing test.