There are few arguments in the global car culture arena as eternal — and as heated — as OEM versus aftermarket parts. On one side, you've got OEM loyalists who'll pay double at the dealer just for ...

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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 ...

If you’ve spent the last year shopping for a pickup or SUV, you know the drill: OEM parts promise perfection, aftermarket offers savings, and the middle ground is where most buyers get burned. But in ...

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 ...

A contributor to CarBuzz since April 2025, Ben also was a finalist in The Intercooler Young Writer Compition in 2021, has done a placement with AutoCar, and runs his own independant automotive blog.

OEM, or Original Equipment Manufacturer parts, are built to the same specifications as the components your vehicle left the factory with. They offer consistent quality and easy fitment, though often ...

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