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Automotive Aftermarket: Introduction to a Global Business

In: Automotive Aftermarket

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  • Fotios Katsardis

    (Temot International Autoparts GmbH)

Abstract

The automotive aftermarket represents both secondary and tertiary sectors in the automotive industry, focusing on vehicle repair and maintenance once leaving the production line. It has a vast scope, encompassing the entire lifespan of a vehicle after the first sale. This sector plays a fundamental role in the transformation of raw materials into essential parts, accessories, equipment, and chemicals, which are then distributed and retailed through a variety of channels. The automotive aftermarket brings together a diverse range of stakeholders. In fact, part of this sophisticated network are vehicle manufacturers, spare parts producers, garage and testing equipment companies, warehouse distributors, retailers, jobbers, e-commerce platforms, intermediaries such as insurances, leasing companies and fleets, repair and service garages, body shops and providers of essential data, and information for the overall aftermarket’s operations. The automotive aftermarket, by actively promoting the repair and maintenance of vehicles over the often more wasteful option of replacement, aligns with the broader sustainability goals. For vehicle owners, this sector ensures they are not short of choices when it comes to servicing, customizing, or maintaining their vehicles, tailored to their specific preferences and needs. At its core, the automotive aftermarket is dedicated to ensuring not just freedom of movement, but safe and sustainable mobility for all.

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  • Fotios Katsardis, 2024. "Automotive Aftermarket: Introduction to a Global Business," Management for Professionals, in: Maria Elo & Fotios Katsardis (ed.), Automotive Aftermarket, pages 19-65, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:mgmchp:978-3-031-62419-3_2
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-62419-3_2
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