The North American automotive parts and accessories market consists of about 4,500 companies and has annual revenues of over $220 billion. Major product categories are transmission and power train components, engines and engine parts, metal stamping, electrical equipment, seating and interior trim, and brake systems. Large companies include Delphi, Lear, Dana, and Johnson Controls, and Eaton. Over 80% of companies employ less than 100 employees. Industry sales are concentrated among the largest companies. Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 suppliers all service the automotive OEMs such as Ford, Chrysler, and Toyota. The demand for new and replacement parts is strongly affected by employment and interest rates.
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