Member Tools
Community Connection
AIA provides international automotive aftermarket members' with year-round connection through our Community Connection. All AIA members are invited to join Community Connection and actively participate in this premier forum for public blogs and private member discussions about the import market. Click here to join the community.
AAPEX Helper
AIA members have put their experiences at AAPEX into a list of valuable tips. AAPEX represents the $395 billion global motor vehicle aftermarket. More than 128,000 professionals from around the globe participate in Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week in Las Vegas, Nevada, every year. You can get members’ recommendations on a variety of activities including lodging, dining, entertainment, transportation, and show services. Click here for more information.
AIA Importer's Toolbox
The toolbox includes a list of resources for importers. Links include industry support services organizations such as shipping, insurance, and international finance services, as well as information sources for items such as tariffs, duties, country-specific trade regulations. Click here for more information.
Visit our Government Action page for links to helpful government resources.
Product and Marketing Awards
The AIA Import Product Awards Program is open to entries from all AAPEX exhibitors and provides awards in seven categories. Click here for more information.
Sponsorship Opportunities
AIA offers a select number of sponsorships each year and the sponsorship opportunities are a members-only benefit. The following are just a few of the valuable sponsorship benefits. Sponsorship for the AIA Events at AAPEX is available in three levels, Gold, Silver, and Bronze, and sponsors at all level enjoy great exposure before, during and after AAPEX. Click here for more information.
Aftermarket Research
AIA is committed to help members shape effective “import strategies” for participating in the fast-growing import nameplate aftermarket. AIA provides exclusive, relevant import nameplate market intelligence to assist member understanding of our dynamic import aftermarket industry. AAIA's market research department prepares a wide array of research products, including international reports, that can help members strategically position their company for the future.
Experian 2011 white paper on industry trends
AAIA Market Intelligence
Foreign Market Reports
AAIA Knowledge Center
In response to the increasing number of member/non-member inquiries regarding market research issues, AAIA created a members-only Knowledge Center. Leveraging the existing business system with built-in enterprise-wide search capability, this automated Web-based function empowers members with 24/7 accessibility to selected market research materials. Click here to visit the AAIA Knowledge Center.
Consumer Education
"Be Car Care Aware" consumer campaign
"Right to Repair" legislation