Straightaway's five founding partner brands have each more than doubled since 2023 and they share their formula for success in expanding to six regions.
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With the addition of nearly 800 Pep Boys locations, the Mavis network substantially expands its presence across the Western United States.
When Tier 1 suppliers underinvest in aftermarket, the impact shows up downstream for OEMs, distributors, dealers, and shops.
From 2019-2025, the annual product volume of the average light vehicle grew by more than 15%, marking a change in aftermarket dynamics.
Average U.S. repairable severity gap for last quarter was just $729; 85% of parts dollars on BEV estimates are for OEM parts, versus 61% for ICE vehicles.
The industry will experience a shift in DIFM market share and parts proliferation will significantly rise as lower new auto sales increase the average age of vehicles.
Technicians should look for tell-tale signs of flood damage when evaluating used vehicles for sale for customers as U.S. enters flood season.
