What Are OEM Honda Parts and Why Are They Better?

 

San Antonio drivers are a pretty diverse lot and it's not always easy to find things in common. However, one thing we've generally found they all share is that they expect a lot from their cars. That's probably why so many of them rely on the Honda brand generally, and on Gillman Honda San Antonio in particular. But if you want a car or SUV you can depend on, that vehicle needs parts it can depend on -- which is why OEM Honda parts are so important.

For three letters, OEM does a lot of heavy lifting. OEM means "original equipment manufacturer," and it lets you know the parts you're getting from your San Antonio Honda dealership are the same ones that were used to build your car in the first place.

Why do OEM parts matter? To begin with, there's no second-guessing the fit. These parts are designed and made by Honda to factory spec. That, in turn, means that you know you're getting top quality parts. And if you buy from your Honda dealer, you know it'll be what you need, exactly when you need it. There's no comparison shopping and no second-guessing the quality.

Of course, each thing has its opposite. When we're talking car parts, the opposite of OEM is aftermarket, so-called because they're made by third parties. Some aftermarket parts, like your tires and oil, are OEM spec (they're made to the Honda Motor Company's high standards), and your Honda dealer or owner's manual will specify those parts.

Other aftermarket parts, covering everything from body panels to sensors, can be something of a crapshoot. They're popular because they cost less, but they won't always deliver the same reliability as their OEM counterparts. What you save in the short term can end up costing you money later on when something needs to be replaced prematurely.

There are other reasons to visit your dealer. Besides the frequent Honda parts specials that we offer, one of the most important is our Honda service center. Our techs will install the parts you need while also checking your vehicle for signs of trouble, thereby prolonging its life. It's time and money well spent!

When you buy a new Honda car, you know the new car smell isn't going to last forever. However, you expect -- and deserve -- a vehicle that's going to do its best for the long haul. If you give it the right parts and maintenance, you're helping it give you its best. Getting started is as simple as visiting Gillman Honda San Antonio at 16044 Interstate 35 North (just past 1604) in Selma, TX today.