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Will Connected Cars Be a Boon or Bust for the Automotive Aftermarket?
April 14, 2023
MEMA collaborated with Boston Consulting Group (BCG) to study the implications of software-defined vehicles on the major segments of the U.S. automotive aftermarket. In this landmark study, BCG outlines how suppliers can...

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OE Supplier Insights Video Series
September 23, 2022
MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers has teamed up with LMC Automotive and RSM to offer insight for automotive suppliers. Mike A. Jackson, Executive Director, Strategy and Research, MEMA, sits down with industry experts for insight...
OESA Model Terms and Conditions
September 01, 2022
This document represents a fair and balanced relationship between the buyer and seller, and addresses difficult industry issues, such as intellectual property and warranty, in a sensible and equitable manner for all parties. OESA...
OESA N.A. OEM Production P.O. Terms and Conditions Comparative Analysis
July 01, 2022
The OESA N.A. OEM Production P.O. Terms and Conditions Comparative Analysis is a ready-reference publication for the standard OEM Terms and Conditions included in most purchase orders. It is meant to clarify essential documents...
The U.S. Automotive Aftermarket in 2035
May 01, 2022
The aftermarket is currently dealing with multiple disruptions and this study is designed to help you prioritize what to tackle next through the noise. Roland Berger explains the current state of the US aftermarket and forecasts...
Future Vehicle Ownership Models
April 05, 2022
How Future Vehicle Ownership Models will Impact the Repair Business
CQI-14 Automotive Warranty Management Guidelines
April 01, 2022
Jointly developed by OESA and the Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG), this document is designed to promote advances in consumer satisfaction and continuous warranty improvement. It provides a recommended, robust warranty...
Directed Buy Committee Report and Draft Form of Agreement
September 02, 2021
This document is a framework that sets forth roles and responsibilities for the three parties in a directed-by arrangement, along with a RASIC chart that makes clear the relationship of the OEM, Tier 1 and Tier 2.
AASA Flex Work Survey Report
September 02, 2021
In early August, AASA asked senior executives and policy makers at member companies to share information about their planning and implementation of flexible work arrangements (FWA), also referred to as remote work policies. The...
Health and Safety Guidelines for Suppliers in a Coronavirus Environment
June 01, 2021
Guidelines developed and supported collectively by motor vehicle manufacturers and suppliers to protect the safety of employees and others on the premises of motor vehicle suppliers, as it relates to COVID-19.