What are Aftermarket Parts & Why Use Them?
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What is MyPartsChoice.com?
My Parts Choice was launched by the Auto Body Parts Association (ABPA) as a consumer information portal to ensure consumer parts choice and right to repair options are not terminated or compromised by car companies.
You Can Choose
What Are Aftermarket Parts?
Does it matter what parts you put on your car? Absolutely! But maybe not in the ways you think. The differences between alternative parts and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts may surprise you while choosing alternative parts could save you time and money.
Debunking Common Myths About Aftermarket Auto Parts
Despite being widely used, aftermarket auto parts are often misunderstood. Let’s clear up some of the most common myths so you can separate fact from
Misconceptions About Aftermarket Parts
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uhw7YKklJk Imagine you’re standing with a friend at the repair shop after having been in an accident. You have the appraiser’s quote in hand. You’re
“[Car manufacturers] got to be more practical. They can’t monopolize the automotive industry. And that’s what I feel like is happening. It’s like you got to give some of the power back to the people that are buying your cars.” — JASON A.
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Benefits and Consumer Impact
You might be surprised, but having a choice in vehicle replacement parts and auto insurance go hand in hand. Whether it’s picking the right parts after a collision or the influence parts have on your premiums, the power of choice has an impact on your wallet.
Why Car Repairs May Get More Expensive: What Drivers Need to Know
If you’ve noticed that car repairs seem more expensive lately, you’re not imagining it. A series of recent actions by automakers—particularly General Motors—could have a
How Your Auto Part Choice Can Affect Repair Costs and Insurance Premiums
Most drivers don’t realize that the parts used to repair vehicles can influence more than just the repair bill—they can also impact insurance costs for
“I do believe independent shops should be able to get all the parts needed… competition’s part of American business.” — LANCE X.
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Your Rights and Advocacy
It’s your vehicle, you should be able to care for it however you choose, right? Automobile manufacturers are working hard to make the answer to that question “no”. Learn what car companies are doing to try and limit your options, and what you can do to protect your right to choose.
Protecting Your Right to Choose: What GM’s Design Patent Actions Could Mean for You
If you’ve ever been in a collision—or may be in the future—there’s an important issue that could affect your repair options and the money you
Make Car Repair Your Choice
The CAR Coalition, a growing group of independent automotive parts, management and repair enterprises, associations, and insurers committed to safeguarding consumer choice and affordable vehicle
“I support the right to repair and think that the creep of intellectual property restrictions is probably bad for the consumer. It’s an expense to the consumer for the benefit of the few.” — ELLIOT P.
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Resources and Tools
Gain the tools and knowledge to navigate the aftermarket parts landscape and confidently choose the best options for your vehicle.
ABPA Releases New Consumer Research Report Examining the Growing Impact of Vehicle Total Loss Determinations
“TOTALED: The Real Costs of Vehicle Loss” explores how rising repair costs and market pressures are reshaping consumer outcomes following vehicle collisions The Automotive Body
Contact Your Elected Officials or Government Agencies
Contact your elected officials and voice your opinions about legislation related to the industry, including the SMART Act and the REPAIR Act. See below for