For the ongoing health and safety of all road users, and to ensure the optimal function of road vehicles, it is prudent to source appropriate replacement parts for vehicles.
Importance of Using Appropriate Spare Parts
The components of a vehicle are integrated into different sub systems, and if an inappropriate or sub-standard part is used, it is possible that other system components may be adversely affected. The use of such parts may also increase the rate of failure of other components.
Using the correct replacement parts for a vehicle may positively affect:
Fuel consumption
Vehicle performance
Vehicle safety
Reliability of the vehicle
The cost of maintaining the vehicle
It is often misconceived that the use of after market spare parts may help save costs, however, the repeated use of sub standard parts may actually lead to increased costs.
GMI Research states that the UAE automotive aftermarket is projected to grow by over USD 1.6 billion from 2025 to 2033.
Different Automotive Spare Parts
There are several types of spare parts. These may be classified as brake parts, clutch parts, electrical parts, engine parts, steering parts, and suspension parts.
Parts manufactured by the vehicle manufacturer, or OEM automotive parts, are the most appropriate replacement parts for a vehicle.
Advantages:
-Exact fit and operation compatibility
uniformity in manufacture
Dependable
Durability
OEM components allow the customer to preserve the performance and specs of the original design.
Aftermarket Auto Components
Aftermarket components are produced by various sources and are produced to replace vehicle parts. Aftermarket components are cheaper and available in various designs.
Some aftermarket components are suitable to replace vehicle parts in older models. The prices vary depending on the manufacturer.
Components That Wear Out
It is important to use vehicle components of the recommended specs to prevent vehicle failure. Regular use of a vehicle leads to wearing out of components. To enhance the safety and performance of the vehicle, some of the worn out components should be replaced.
Engine Components
Aengine is made up of numerous components that help to distribute and produce the required power to the vehicle. The components may wear out with time. Some of the components may obstruct the free flow of other components and affect engine performance. These components include cylinder head covers, gaskets and bearings.
Brakes
Brakes should be properly maintained to ensure safety. With time, components of the brake system may wear out. Inspection of the brake system may help to identify the worn out components.
Cooling System Components
The cooling system creates a system to reduce and manage the engine operating temperatures. Components such as the water pump, thermostat, radiator, and hoses remove or reduce the build-up of heat in the engine.
Suspension Components
Components such as the bushings, control arms and shock absorbers affect the control, performance and comfort of a vehicle. An uneven, noisy or uncomfortable ride may be caused by worn out or damaged control arm components.
