Auto Care Association, MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Announce 2025 Joint Channel Forecast Webinar

Exclusive webinar to provide in-depth look at automotive aftermarket growth and outlook. 

BETHESDA, Md. and RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – May 22, 2025 – The Auto Care Association and MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers, in partnership with S&P Global, have announced a member-exclusive Aftermarket Joint Channel Market Size and Forecast 2025-2028 webinar on June 12, 2025, from 1 – 2 p.m. ET. This member-exclusive event will provide the first look at the 2025 Joint Channel Forecast Report, featuring in-depth analysis of the automotive aftermarket’s size, growth rate and future outlook. Insights like these are more important than ever as the industry wrestles with the impact of tariffs on the economy and the aftermarket. 

For more than two decades, the Auto Care Association and MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers have collaborated to produce a trusted and comprehensive estimate of the automotive aftermarket industry's size and trends. Developed annually by S&P Global, the Joint Channel Market Size and Forecast Report has become an essential tool for automotive aftermarket businesses seeking actionable insights. 

"The Joint Channel Forecast is an invaluable tool for our members, providing a single, authoritative source for the automotive aftermarket's size and growth," said Paul McCarthy, president of MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers. "It's a great opportunity for our industry to come together and deliver a unified message to the outside world—from the media to investors—about the strength and opportunities within the aftermarket. It is also valuable to help our members to stay ahead of industry trends and make data-driven decisions. We're grateful for the continued partnership with the Auto Care Association and S&P Global in delivering this valuable resource." 

The webinar will feature S&P Global's industry expert, Shane Norton, who will review key findings from the forecast. The session is designed to provide members with actionable intelligence on channel performance, market dynamics and emerging trends that are shaping the future of the automotive aftermarket industry. 

"As the automotive aftermarket continues to evolve, having access to reliable data is more important than ever," said Bill Hanvey, president and CEO, Auto Care Association. "Our annual Joint Channel Forecast is a cornerstone of strategic planning for industry professionals, and this webinar will give members exclusive access to insights that will help them drive growth and optimize their business strategies." 

The Joint Channel Forecast webinar is free for and open exclusively to members of the Auto Care Association and MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers, though registration is required. Members will have access to the full report following the webinar, with the public release scheduled soon thereafter on MEMA's website and in the 2026 Auto Care Factbook report. 

Webinar Details: 

• Date: June 12, 2025 

• Time: 1 – 2 p.m. ET 

• Registration: Required (available for Auto Care Association and MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Members) 

Registration is open for Auto Care Association and MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers members here.