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OEM vs. Aftermarket Parts for Your Car: How to Choose

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The automotive industry is one of the largest and choosing the right products needs proper information and guidance. With the advent of e-commerce and online automotive marketing, there is a high chance that a person will fall into the trap of spammers. So, to save auto enthusiasts from fake counterfeits, let’s understand the basics of OEM vs. Aftermarket Parts . And how one can buy premium spare parts for their vehicles. The automotive world is mainly divided into two main segments; One is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and the other Aftermarket segment. Both the segments deal with the auto components yet there is some difference. In this piece, we will differentiate between the two and understand which one is the sensible option to choose. OEM is an acronym for Original Equipment Manufacturer. Auto components that are factory installed in the vehicles are OEM parts. These parts are made particularly for a specific make or model. OEM can never be incompatible, as the pa...

5 Tips for Buying Aftermarket Car Parts

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  A ny car owner, whether he owns a luxury car or a budget-friendly car requires repair, replacements, and upgrades in the car. For this purpose, a thing called- Spare parts - is used. However, most times we are unaware of the small details to buy the right sort of spares for our vehicle. To know more about this subject, here are some of the tips that will help you choose better spare parts for the vehicle. #1) Research Things that require your attention before going for spare parts in the automotive world are as follows: A.       Durability : One of the important factors for judging spare parts is durability. This factor alone can save you from various contingencies. Spare Parts manufactured as per industry standards are very durable. A reliable aftermarket brand will provide auto parts with a warranty. On the other hand, phishers do not provide any respite for the consumer.   B.       Brand : Experts and car owner...

The most common radiator problems

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Radiators are typically mounted so that they receive airflow from the front of the car as it drives forward. Few cars have engines mounted in the middle or rear, it is normal to mount a radiator behind a front grill to achieve the required airflow, although this necessitates long coolant pipes. Air can also enter the radiator through the flow over the top of the vehicle or through the side-mounted grills. Car radiators are made up of two metal or plastic header tanks connected by a center with many restricted ways, resulting in a high surface area to volume ratio. This center is typically made of stacked layers of metal sheets that have been welded or brazed together after being squeezed to form channels. When there is a complication like steam escaping out from your car’s bonnet the suspect goes to the radiator not being able to function properly, whereas it becomes difficult to notice actual faults when the radiator shows signs as they are not very prevalent. The radiator transfe...

High-end shock absorbers in Automotives

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  A shock absorber is an oil pump, a specific device used to smooth the push or shake that takes place abruptly and roughly and distributes it as kinetic energy. Shock absorbers are crucial in all 2-wheelers and 4-wheeler automobile suspension, it is usually a cylinder a sliding piston that is cushioned by hydraulic air. The initial suspension design developed by manufacturers faced a lot of challenges in enhancing driver control and the comfort of the passenger, it was a front wheel attached to the axle using steering spindles and kingpins, which allowed the wheels to pivot while the axle remained stationary. Conceptually shock absorbers experienced vast development over the last few decades. However, the development of automobiles and their spare parts with their usage of automobiles demand a new range of shock absorbers at every turn and milestone in the automobile industry. Several shock absorber designs came into availability in the industry. The trend for customizati...

Fake parts or genuine parts? The choice is yours

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Everybody is aware of the knock-offs of high-end brands and the Indian automotive market is full of knock-offs of auto parts . Fake is now becoming a new reality, be it technology, spare parts or car accessories , clothing, and everything in this world has a fake counterpart. A very renowned German automaker confiscated 1.7 million counterfeit auto parts last year. From automobile manufacturers or car dealers to regular car users, everyone is very wary of this menace. Companies are trying to take firm actions by imposing stern movements against manufacturing these fake parts. However, there are some companies out there that you may come across doing the same despite restrictions and legal guidelines against it.   Counterfeit spare parts explained OEM (original equipment manufacturer) and OES (Original Equipment supplier) make replacement spare parts for cars and two-wheelers that are manufactured to industry standards. Such parts are essentially good for vehicles as they ...

Ensure a smooth ride with suspension service

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In most cases, a vehicle’s suspension system is made up of shock absorbers and springs These springs are responsible for suspending the car’s weight to “bounce” over bumps and uneven road patches. It is no secret that if your car is running smoother, It’s just proper maintenance and some minor adjustments, that will make a considerable difference. On the other hand, the shocker is a stiff component that limits the overall sway or movement of the vehicle.   So, a malfunctioning suspension system decreased control over the vehicle, leading to dangerous driving situations and accidents. There are some key areas including OEM-grade spare parts that can improve and enhance the performance of your vehicle on the road and provide a seamless experience to the passengers:   Follow the tips for a faster and more seamless ride experience:   •           Engine tuning Ideally, an engine with a decent amount of torque and ho...

4 disproving myths about buying after-market auto parts

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The speculation of repairing the car and replacing some of its parts can be quite intimidating, but it isn’t too different from doing repair work on your smartphone.   Most OEM vendors stress the superiority of authorized, brand-specific parts – usually available only through a select supplier. If you go to an independent shop, then you might have to deal with a variety of aftermarket spare parts by brands, which can be hard to evaluate what to choose.     This couldn’t be more wrong, not all after-market spare parts are of mediocre quality compared to other OEM counterparts. Considering a genuine aftermarket part may be the smarter choice as it can save money.   Skepticism regarding buying fan-base-focused auto parts may stem from the usual misconception that surrounds them.   Here are a few myths that should be kept at bay:     Aftermarket parts may reduce the value of the car   Most car vendors will stress the superiori...