Reaching China’s growing independent aftermarket

Jan. 1, 2020
Recent headlines have been devoted to the first-time dip – and subsequent recovery – in China’s automotive sales.
Recent headlines have been devoted to the first-time dip – and subsequent recovery – in China’s automotive sales. Sales in the world's biggest auto market rose 6.4 percent to 1.3 million vehicles, according to the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers, recovering from 0.3 percent decline in September, the first recorded this year.

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But the real story may be the growth of
China’s independent aftermarket. As its vehicle parc ages, its need for a healthy independent aftermarket will increase. In fact, according to analysis by the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA), China’s aftermarket will grow larger than its OE supply sector as it transitions to a mature auto sector.

AASA and the full service supplier members of its China Aftermarket Forum (CAF) have been working for several years on the growth and development of the Chinese aftermarket. AASA and the CAF have joined with associations and groups in China to support and organize the Automotive Aftermarket Summit 2012, slated for Wednesday, Dec. 12, during Automechanika Shanghai.

This landmark event is focused on the theme, “Innovation and Adjustment of the Service Model.” The summit will facilitate an examination and discussion of strategies to assist China’s independent aftermarket distribution channel to improve its delivery of the right parts to repair facilities, known as “workshops,” on time.

More than 300 professionals and executives from parts manufacturers, distributors, retailers and workshops are expected to attend this free event. Participants will learn about the newest technologies and trends that will impact China’s aftermarket industry.

Discussion topics will include:

  • Development and analysis of automotive aftermarket platform-based distribution
  • Preparing the independent aftermarket for new vehicle technologies
  • Auto parts distribution supply chain model for aftermarket end users
  • TecMan training and TecDoc Super Catalogue
  • Customized auto parts distribution services to workshops
  • The innovation service model of e-commerce platform for auto parts

For more information about the Summit, click here or contact Chris Gardner, AASA vice president and group executive of the AASA China Aftermarket Forum: 919-406-8830 or [email protected].

In addition to AASA and CAF, co-organizers include “Automobile and Parts Magazine,” the China National Automotive Industry International Corp. and Messe Frankfurt. Ernst & Young is the gold sponsor of the event; Polk and TecDoc are silver sponsors.

Automechanika Shanghai is scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 11, through Friday, Dec. 14, at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Pudong. For more details on the event, click here.

About the Author

Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) and its Overseas Automotive Council (OAC)

AASA (www.aftermarketsuppliers.org) exclusively serves manufacturers of aftermarket components, tools and equipment, and related products. It is a recognized industry change agent – promoting a collaborative industry environment, providing a forum to address issues and serving as a valued resource for members. AASA’s Overseas Automotive Council (OAC) promotes the sale in foreign markets of automotive and heavy duty products manufactured in North America.

“AASA, The Voice for the Automotive Aftermarket Supplier Industry”

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