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Segments

AAIA’s members are diverse and represent many different product lines and areas of expertise within the motor vehicle aftermarket industry. Because of the broad range of business concentrations, AAIA members are divided into groups sharing similar interests called segments. Segments can be defined by their members’ products or business function. When a new company joins AAIA, they select the segment that best represents their specific area of interest within the motor vehicle aftermarket.

Every AAIA segment is its own distinct community, with its own governance, committee representation and unique issues and interests. In addition, several segments conduct their own annual conferences and conventions.

All members select one or more of the following segments to join (click on the link or logo to learn more):

 

Automotive Electric Association (AEA)

AEA supports distributors and manufacturers in their efforts to supply and service the fleet, industrial and heavy duty distribution channels in the sales and service of starting, charging, lighting, instrumentation, and related components.

Members are: rotating electric manufacturers, distributors and others that service the fleet, industrial and heavy duty channels

 

 

Automotive International Association (AIA)

The AIA segment of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association promotes trade in automotive products between the international automotive community and the North American aftermarket.  For companies bringing automotive parts and accessories for vehicles into North America, AIA can provide business intelligence, access to opportunities, and assistance in navigating the business environment.

Members are: international manufacturers, manufacturers’ representatives, importers, retailers, warehouse distributors, trade press, consultants, and other serving the import aftermarket
 


Automotive Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA)

The AWDA segment represents, serves and advocates for traditional warehouse distributors and their respective suppliers of hard parts, accessories, and other supplies for the automotive aftermarket.

Members are:  traditional warehouse distributors, program groups, jobbers, parts manufacturers that sell through distribution, suppliers of business services and equipment that facilitate warehouse and distribution center operations,  state wholesaler associations, manufacturers’ representatives, trade media and others that focus on distribution of parts and services to the professional vehicle repair and maintenance sector.

Engine Repower Council (ERC)

The Engine Repower Council exists to create awareness of the economic and environmental benefits of rebuilt and remanufactured engines to extend vehicle life. We achieve our mission by developing and distributing educational materials, promoting the value of rebuilt and remanufactured engines and supporting the business growth and success of our membership.

Members are: production engine remanufacturers, custom engine rebuilders, manufacturers of engine parts, manufacturers’ representatives, warehouse distributors and publishers that focus on the repower industry.

 

Heavy Duty Distribution Association (HDDA)

HDDA represents and serves distributors and manufacturers of parts and services for commercial vehicles in North America. HDDA is a primary sponsor of Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW), held annually.

Members are: manufacturers, manufacturers’ representatives, warehouse distributors, wholesalers, business services and trade publications that focus on the heavy duty parts marketplace.

 


Paint and Body Equipment Specialists (PBES)

The PBES segment educates and disseminates information to its members; provides opportunities for PBES business people to network with their counterparts, suppliers, and customers; and is proactive on legislation and regulations that affect the PBE and collision repair sectors of the aftermarket.

Members are: jobbers, manufacturers, manufacturers’ representatives, program groups, warehouse distributors, and other businesses that provide paint and body equipment supplies and services to the collision repair market. 


Retail

The Retail Segment supports and provides networking opportunities to businesses that supply parts and services to the automotive aftermarket’s retail (DIY) marketplace.

Members are: auto parts stores, tire stores, service outlets, mass-market retailers, and the manufacturers that supply them.
 


Tool & Equipment

The Tool and Equipment Segment strives to represent, educate, inform and provide networking opportunities for manufacturers and distributors who specialize in providing the tools and equipment needed to perform repair and maintenance services within the motor vehicle aftermarket.

Members are: manufacturers, manufacturers’ representatives, warehouse distributors, wholesalers, business services and trade publications who focus on tools and equipment used in vehicle repair and maintenance.

Trim

The Trim segment strives to represent, educate, inform and provide networking opportunities for companies that manufacture or distribute interior and exterior fabrics, associated hardware and products used in the repair or restoration of cars, trucks, boats, and aircraft.

Members are: jobbers, manufacturers, business services and manufacturers’ representatives that serve the trim market.

Want more Information? Contact AAIA Member Services at 301-654-6664 or aaia@aftermarket.org

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