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Automotive Aftermarket Overview

The global automotive aftermarket industry will be valued at $677 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8% over the forecast period. The changing consumer preferences and behavior, digital transformation, and e-commerce, rise in shared mobility, and substantial effects of technical advancements will drive the market for automotive aftermarkets.

Today’s consumers have a great desire to customize and distinguish their vehicles. The demand for aftermarket extras, including specialized wheels, performance upgrades, interior renovations, audio systems, and aesthetic alterations, has increased owing to this trend. Businesses in the aftermarket respond to these preferences by giving customers a variety of ways to personalize their cars to suit their unique interests and preferences.

The growth of Internet marketplaces has given aftermarket businesses a platform to connect with a larger client base. Connecting merchants and consumers through websites like Amazon, eBay, and niche automobile markets facilitate the promotion and sale of aftermarket goods. Consumers may browse a variety of products, compare prices, read reviews, and easily make purchases thanks to online marketplaces, which provide a convenient one-stop shopping experience.

ONE benefit from the deadly outbreak of the corona-virus could be lower-cost motor insurance.This is due to insurers having lower numbers of claims because more people working from home and not commuting by car or driving as much generally.Some Irish insurers are said to be noting huge drops in the volumes of claims. It coincides with a period during which insurance has been falling anyway.”

Jonathan Hehir of Insuremycars.ie expects premiums to continue fall for Irish drivers.

“Much has been said about the lower claims volumes expected as a result of significantly fewer cars currently on the road. This gives insurers some incentive to lower their premiums and compete for business based on price.“This is good news for motorists, of course. It could be just the start of falls to come, in terms of premiums. Overall claim costs for 2020 will almost certainly be lower as a result of the lockdown.”

The Irish Independent has reported how motorists are being charged hundreds of euro extra for the exact same cover under the dual-pricing system being perpetuated by insurers.

Dual pricing is one of the reasons many drivers are surprised with higher premium renewal quotes than they paid the previous year even though they do not present a greater risk.

The only way to avoid dual pricing rates is to shop around, use a broker or do it yourself, and get the best deal from your Insurer. Make sure to not over estimate the value of your car to avoid paying a higher premium.

I know we are all optimistic for 2021 to be a better year and hoping with these predictions it definitely will be for the Irish Motorist.

Global tyre maker, Michelin has been named as Tire Manufacturer of the Year at the 2019 Tire Technology International Awards for Innovation and Excellence.

A worldwide panel of 31 tyre industry specialists made up of tyre and vehicle manufacturers, industry research professionals and university experts chose Michelin for the prestigious prize which was awarded at a ceremony during Tire Technology Expo 2019 at the Deutsche Messe, Hannover, Germany.

The panel awarded the accolade to Michelin for several achievements; notably the company’s environmental initiatives, product innovation and its work into worn tyre performance.

Judge Klaus Baltruschat, tyre expert for TÜV SÜD commented: “Michelin’s environmental initiatives over the past 12 months have been outstanding; they are one of the few tyre OEs to commit to 2048 sustainability targets.

“Michelin has been driving the market with innovations and sustainability concepts for years, and their environmental initiatives such as micronised rubber powder and clever tread pattern design that still delivers good performance, even when close to being worn out, are just a few examples that can be cited here.”

Pierre Robert, Director of Research and Development for the Michelin group also commented: “The tyre manufacturing industry is highly competitive, so it is a real honour for Michelin to receive the prestigious Tire Technology International ‘Tire manufacturer of the Year’ award.

“Innovation has been at the heart of Michelin’s success for more than 125 years, and this award is testament to the pioneering work of the 6,000+ people working today in R&D worldwide for Michelin.”

Agilis CC

Its finally here, and we think its AMAZING!. The AGILIS CROSSCLIMATE looks great and rides great. Its robusk and can function in all weather.

Safety in every weather condition:

• Grip-maximizing tread compound, for indentation in the ground whatever the temperature.
• Unique V-Shape tread-pattern with wide grooves, for optimal water and snow evacuation.
• A rigid sculpture with 3D self-locked sipes, to improve dry braking performance.

A unique tread-pattern to maximize traction on soft grounds (snow, mud, grass, gravel...), combining:

• V-Shape sculpture, with massive tread-blocks for optimal gearing.
• Full-depth sipes with sharp edges, for long-lasting clawing effect.
• Wide grooves with self-cleaning capacity.

Last generation Tread-wear Indicator:

• 4 levels to monitor the remaining rubber depth (0% = Legal Tread Indicator reached. Tyre needs to be changed).
• Easy to monitor tyre wear, hence reducing maintenance downtime.

Auto Fast Fit has an extensive range of high quality tyres, stocking brands such as Michelin, BF Goodrich, Bridgestone,and Kormoran.

Quality is guaranteed at Auto Fast Fit as we only use ‘Approved’ products which will not affect the cars manufactures warranty. We pride ourselves in offering premium quality car parts at discounted prices. In recent times our domestic and international customer base has grown, due to the quality and prices of everything we stock.

Auto Fast Fit also offers a free safety check and can service your car form as little as €49.00. All car parts sold at Auto Fast Fit can be fitted at our 8 bay workshop in Letterkenny, Co Donegal, with FREE FIT on shock absorbers and exhausts.

Please take some time to browse through our online car parts and tyre shop and if you can’t see what you require, please contact us, one of our experienced team will be more than happy to help.