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The auto care industry

keeps vehicles moving, and the Auto Care Association is dedicated to helping every one of those vehicles last longer, perform more efficiently, and keep drivers safe. Independence drives us: our global member companies manufacture, distribute, and sell vehicle parts and components as well as perform services, maintenance, and repairs on every class of vehicle on the road.

Our Impact

 

$516.6 billion

industry (projected $664.3 billion in 2028)

 

4.9

people employed in the industry

 

298.8 million

vehicles on the road

 

280,307

service outlets

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Member Testimonial - JC Washbish
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It's important to be a member because of the personal and professional benefits, but also because it gets you engaged.

JC Washbish Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc.
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Auto Care has opportunities for all levels: from the senior vice president to the individual that’s driving the truck.

David Castillo Warren Distribution
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Until I joined Auto Care, I wouldn't have known the full picture of tariffs other than what you see on the news.

Ashlee Arnold Arnold Oil Company of Austin
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  • Sep 25 2025

    Webinar

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    Why Cores Matter: Strengthening the Aftermarket in a Complex Global Trade Environment

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    Core returns are more than just a return policy—they’re a cornerstone of aftermarket sustainability and profitability. Join us for a webinar diving into how strategic core return practices can strengthen supply chains, extend vehicle life, and improve shop margins. Drawing on insights from industries like battery manufacturing, walk away with actionable strategies to enhance core return performance.
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  • Nov 3 2025
    Las Vegas, NV

    Conference

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    78th Annual AWDA Business Conference

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    The 2025 AWDA Conference is a two day event of pre-scheduled one-on-one business meetings centered around maintaining existing relationships between the premier suppliers and distributors in the industry.
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  • Nov 4 2025
    Las Vegas, NV

    Trade Show

    2025 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX)

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    For three days this fall, Las Vegas is where aftermarket challenges meet solutions. AAPEX 2025 is back in town, bringing the automotive industry together at the Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum.
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  • Jan 19 2026
    Grapevine, TX

    Trade Show

    Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW) 2026

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    North America’s largest, most trusted gathering for the heavy duty aftermarket industry.
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