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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is an alternative collision repair part?
A new exterior, cosmetic generic part (made in many of the same factories that make car company parts). Examples of these parts include lights, grilles, door panels, fenders, bumper covers and hoods. Also known as aftermarket crash parts.
Are these alternative parts high in quality?
The quality is assured by manufacturers and distributors who provide warranties on their parts. QPC members often have warranties that exceed those offered by the car companies. Many quality alternative parts are certified by an independent third party.
Are these alternative parts safe?
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has said: “The source of a car’s cosmetic crash parts is irrelevant to crash-worthiness.”
How big is the collision parts market?
The collision parts market is an estimated $16 billion. Despite the beneficial impact on the price structure in this market, alternative collision parts manufacturers have only captured about 13 percent of it. Major car companies continue to dominate with more than 72 percent market share.
How many people does the collision parts industry employ?
The industry employs tens of thousands of American workers. Quality alternative collision repair parts companies operate and/or distribute in all 50 states and are available at more than 40,000 body shops nationwide.