Why You Always Order OEM Parts

When it comes time to perform maintenance on your car, one of the key questions you’ll have to answer is whether you should purchase OEM or aftermarket parts. There are several reasons why opting for OEM parts is the best option. Our auto experts here at Nucar Honda of Norwood in Norwood have put together some answers to the most common questions we get asked about OEM parts.

What Are OEM Parts?

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OEM stands for original equipment manufacturer. So when we talk about OEM parts, what we mean are parts for your vehicle made or certified by the original manufacturer. The alternative to OEM parts is aftermarket parts, which are produced by third-party companies.

You can purchase OEM parts for a wide range of vehicle components. They include things like brake pads and rotors, engine components, tires, and transmission belts. You can also purchase OEM accessories to give your car a unique twist. Similar products are offered by aftermarket producers. These producers generally focus on manufacturing specific components for vehicles and are not involved in auto production.

What Are the Benefits of OEM Parts?

The first advantage with OEM parts is that they’re produced to specifications provided by the original manufacturer. This precise design and construction help OEM parts fit better on your car than their aftermarket competitors. The third-party companies that produce aftermarket parts tend to sell them for a broad range of vehicles. As a result, they use standardized sizing and materials that may not be best suited for your Honda Civic or Pilot.

A further benefit is that Honda OEM parts are manufactured using high-quality materials and production techniques. This helps make them more durable than many of their aftermarket competitors, which are often more cheaply produced.

You may be tempted to buy from an aftermarket supplier because of the lower price tag. However, it’s worth asking yourself whether you’ll really be saving money if the aftermarket brake pads you purchase wear out sooner than Honda’s OEM product.

A third benefit to opting for OEM parts is that you’ll protect your vehicle’s warranty. Honda typically provides all new vehicles we sell here in Norwood with a three-year warranty and a five-year power train warranty. These protection plans mean that if a component is defective or a manufacturing error causes a problem, repair costs can be covered by the warranty.

If you replace a component during your warranty with an aftermarket part, your warranty could be void if another problem arises in the future. On a related note, the warranty for the specific part is generally better if you purchase an OEM component than an aftermarket part.

A fourth bonus offered by OEM parts is safety. Automakers all have to stick to stringent regulations to ensure the vehicles they produce live up to the highest safety standards. To meet these requirements, each automaker takes care to ensure that the components they put in their vehicles are built with the best performance in mind.

Aftermarket suppliers are less familiar with the specifics of each car in Honda’s lineup, which means they may not be in a position to supply parts that live up to the same performance levels as Honda’s own.

Finally, you’ll benefit from a more reliable supply chain if you choose to purchase OEM parts. These are auto parts produced by Honda, one of the world’s leading automakers. You can be sure that your order will be processed in a timely manner, and that any issues with supply or installation will be handled professionally. By contrast, the large number of aftermarket suppliers makes it harder to predict their reliability.

How Can You Order OEM Parts?

If you want to order Honda OEM parts, you can do so directly from the automaker online. Another option is to order them from a Honda dealership, like our Nucar Honda of Norwood parts center in Norwood.

Once you place an order for OEM parts, Honda or their suppliers will deliver them in a timely manner. If you go to a dealership, they may even have the parts in stock already so that you don’t have to wait on the delivery.

Aftermarket parts are available from auto repair shops and various sources online. It’s often harder to assess their quality and suitability for your vehicle due to the variety of choices on offer.

Why Should You Choose Nucar Honda of Norwood for Your OEM Parts?

We’re proud here at Nucar Honda of Norwood to be the premier destination for OEM parts near Norwood. We’ve got an extensive stock of components for your brakes, engine, and interior on hand. Our strong relationship with Honda also means that we can quickly secure any part you require that we don’t currently have in our parts center. We’re proud to offer our loyal customers in Norwood and further afield in Massachusetts great deals on their parts purchases.

In addition to OEM parts, we also have a team of Honda-approved service technicians who know how to install them. Our technicians work with Honda vehicles on a daily basis, giving them extensive knowledge of how each sedan and SUV in Honda’s diverse lineup works. They also know better than third-party mechanics how to install components and repair parts to the standard you’d expect from an automaker like Honda.

At our service center, our technicians are equipped with the technology and know-how to perform straightforward maintenance work and more complex repair jobs. Whether you’re looking for some OEM brake pads to replace your existing ones, or your engine needs an overhaul with OEM components, you’ll be safe in the hands of our service team.

With our online parts order form, you can quickly specify what you require for your vehicle’s maintenance needs. Alternatively, why not contact one of our team members by phone or online to chat about the OEM parts you’re looking for? If you’d like to schedule an appointment to have your parts installed, you can do so using our online booking form. Otherwise, just drop by our Norwood dealership and we’ll be happy to arrange an appointment for you.

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