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Priority product groups
- Engine and powertrain
- Braking and suspension
- Steering parts
- Filters and consumables
- Electrical and electronic parts
- Rubber-metal components
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Sector File 01
Automotive Parts Export
An export-readiness framework spanning product compliance, catalogue quality and distributor development for passenger, commercial and heavy-vehicle parts.
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Target buyer segments
- Aftermarket distributors
- Wholesalers and importers
- Service and fleet networks
- OEM / OES purchasing teams
- E-commerce and catalogue platforms
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What to verify before selling
Product matching
OEM number, vehicle application, drawing and revision control.
Quality evidence
Relevant quality system, test reports, traceability and customer-specific requirements.
Catalogue quality
Searchable product data, accurate imagery, dimensions and cross-references.
Delivery model
Stock, MOQ, packaging, lead time and after-sales process.
Price architecture
Channel margin, freight, delivery term and country-level competition.
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Questions to answer in market discussions
- 01
Which brands, models and age groups dominate the target vehicle parc?
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Does the buyer select by catalogue, OEM number or physical sample?
- 03
Are stockholding, territorial exclusivity or sales targets expected?
- 04
Who manages warranty, returns and technical complaints?
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OEM, distribution and aftermarket are not the same channel
Order logic, evidence, pricing and service duties change by channel. Use this framework before buyer discussions.
OEM / Tier
Vehicle/product validation and customer-specific requirements are decisive.
Distributor
Vehicle parc, cross-reference, stock and territory protection are decisive.
Aftermarket / service
Correct OEM matching, warranty and fast supply are decisive.
| Decision dimension | OEM / Tier | Distributor | Aftermarket / service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sales cycle | Long; technical and commercial approval gates | Medium; product, territory and margin negotiation | Short–medium; availability and fast technical matching |
| Order structure | Scheduled, call-off or project/series | Stock replenishment and mixed-product orders | Low quantity, high variety and urgent demand |
| Core evidence | PPAP/sample, process, capacity and traceability | Catalogue, references, price, stock and delivery performance | Correct match, warranty, technical support and availability |
| Pricing logic | Target cost, annual volume, productivity and revision | Channel margin, discount, territory and sales target | Service margin, small pack, speed and return risk |
| Stock duty | Call-off plan and safety stock by contract | Local stock often at distributor; terms in writing | Fast-moving SKU and regional reach are critical |
| Main risk | Price pressure and capacity commitment after long approval | Exclusivity, channel conflict and slow stock | Wrong part, returns, warranty and reputation |
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