Automotive Parts Terminology

noun constituent parts or elements of a larger whole

• The engineer explained the function of each of the components in the circuit.
• I'm not sure how all these components fit together in this project.
• Dude, these components are key to making this work properly.
• In a team, each member plays a different role like components in a machine.

noun a market for goods or services that are not sold through authorized channels

adjective relating to or denoting goods that are not sold through authorized channels

• The aftermarket for car parts is a lucrative industry for many manufacturers.
• I found a great deal on an aftermarket exhaust system for my car.
• I'm all about that aftermarket life when it comes to upgrading my computer.
• She decided to take the aftermarket route and pursue a career in freelance writing instead of traditional journalism.

noun a secondary market for goods or services, especially automotive parts and accessories

• The company specializes in providing high-quality parts for the automotive aftermarkets.
• You can find all sorts of cool accessories for your car in the aftermarkets.
• I love browsing through the aftermarkets to find unique upgrades for my ride.
• In the aftermarkets of the fashion industry, trends come and go quickly.