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“This week, the Motor Age Top Shop winner was named, ASA’s Ron Pyle shares his thoughts, a mechanical forum spotlights parts and Ford gives us its take on the OE vs. aftermarket parts debate.”
Ford Motors Company expressed their concerns about the use of imitation parts. Some of the parts that FORD manufactures out of steel or magnesium are being made out of plastic from aftermarket makers. These are parts that contribute to the structural integrity of the car. Ford also expressed concernes for aftermarket parts that airbag sensors are attached to may cause the air bag to response slowly or to explode unnecessarily. However, consumers are often pressured by insurance companies to use these cheaper aftermarket parts….. READ THE FULL ARTICLE BELOW ON USA TODAY
Ford: Aftermarket bumpers used in repairs often inferior – USATODAY.com.
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