OEM vs Aftermarket Parts: Which to Choose & When | MAP
The OEM vs aftermarket parts decision can look simple until a repair estimate gives you choices. One option may cost more and come through the
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October 11, 2026
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A World In Which Every Motorist Trusts the Automotive Maintenance and Repair Industry
The Motorist Assurance Program is an Automotive Industry initiative built on vehicle inspection, repair and maintenance standards developed over the last 25 years. The MAP standards were developed for the sole purpose of instilling trust in the relationship between you – the motorist – and your chosen MAP participating service provider.
Today’s vehicles are a complex piece of technology and it’s important that you partner with a repair provider that can clearly communicate your vehicle systems’ conditions.
MAP helps you stay on top of recalls by giving you the latest NHTSA information by Make, Model Year or Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
Why? Getting recall work done as soon as possible keep the roads safer for everyone, including you and your passengers.
The OEM vs aftermarket parts decision can look simple until a repair estimate gives you choices. One option may cost more and come through the
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