Starting in 2029, and getting even tighter in 2033, any new replacement tire sold for normal California passenger cars and SUVs must clear strict eco-efficiency rules.
Aftermarket Matters
From the training floor to the exhibition hall, STX 2026 brought the aftermarket industry together to learn, connect, and celebrate.
The combination will meet the automotive industry's growing demand for a vertically integrated, hardware, software and services solution.
When Tier 1 suppliers underinvest in aftermarket, the impact shows up downstream for OEMs, distributors, dealers, and shops.
Expansions are in Aftermarket Steering & Suspension, Vehicle Electronics, and Fuel Management product portfolios, representing 289 new SKUs.
Front and rear DFC POLICE Brake Pads complete OE-benchmarked evaluation for Ford Explorer and Chevrolet Tahoe police applications.
Worldpac honors suppliers for their outstanding performance and innovation across the automotive aftermarket.




