Car enthusiasts of a certain age will remember parts counters featuring one or more large microfiche readers, typically festooned with various stickers and notices. Upon requesting a certain part, the ...

If you’ve set out to do a bit of at-home auto maintenance, you’ve probably noticed some of the parts commonly found online can vary greatly in price. Often, this comes down to that specific part, say ...

Original equipment parts (OEM) parts are components used on or in a vehicle that come from the original equipment manufacturer. Understanding the difference between OEM parts and aftermarket parts can ...

While the auto industry has no shortage of complex jargon, one of the simplest tags to understand is 'OEM.' Short for 'original equipment manufacturer', this oft-used acronym refers to a company that ...

Fixing your car after an accident is stressful enough without the added pressure of deciding between parts from your car's manufacturer, known as OEM parts, and aftermarket parts. Dealerships may ...

Julia Kagan is a financial/consumer journalist and former senior editor, personal finance, of Investopedia. Khadija Khartit is a strategy, investment, and funding expert, and an educator of fintech ...