Automotive Aftermarket

Insights & knowledge for the independent aftermarket

The independent Automotive Aftermarket is vast, fast-moving and diverse. With our blog, we want to share knowledge with interested parties, give insights into our company and provide even more information about our products.
All under our motto: OE inside. This applies not only to our products, but also to our processes and, above all, to the people who make an important contribution to our company's success every day.

Welcome to "Insights & Knowledge for the Independent Aftermarket".

This blog is your one-stop shop for in-depth expertise, practical product information, exciting knowledge about Hengst and the latest developments in the independent aftermarket at Hengst.

Discover current topics, deepen your know-how and quickly find the information that is relevant to your business - compact, professional and to the point. You can also get to know our team behind the products, who work every day to provide you with the best quality.

Products & Quality

Here you will find interesting blog posts on the topic of "Products and quality"
Innovation protects the aftermarket

Innovation protects the aftermarket

Why innovation is the key to ensuring sustainable quality, efficiency and future-proofing in the aftermarket and creating competitive advantages.

Filter media in the aftermarket explained

Filter media in the aftermarket explained

Modern filter media determine performance and service life. An overview of why material expertise is more important than ever in the aftermarket.

Service kits: Efficiency in everyday workshop life

Service kits: Efficiency in everyday workshop life

Service kits save time, reduce errors and increase efficiency. Why they are becoming increasingly indispensable in everyday workshop life.

Knowledge & market expertise

Here you will find interesting blog posts on the topic of "Knowledge & market competence"
IAM Poland: Opportunities in the growth market

IAM Poland: Opportunities in the growth market

Poland is developing dynamically in the IAM. The opportunities for dealers and garages and why the market is strategically relevant.

Hydrogen in motorsport of the future

Hydrogen in motorsport of the future

Hydrogen racing cars show how alternative drives work. What role filtration plays in this and what it means for the aftermarket.

Understanding drive technology in transition

Understanding drive technology in transition

From combustion engines to e-mobility: drive technology is changing rapidly. An overview of trends and their impact on the aftermarket.

Rethinking product management in IAM

Rethinking product management in IAM

Successful product management in IAM requires market understanding and data. What strategies look like today to secure sustainable competitive advantages.

OE and IAM expertise since 1958

OE and IAM expertise since 1958

Many years of OE experience strengthens the IAM. Why expertise from original equipment is crucial for quality, trust and sustainable market success.

People & sustainability

Here you will find interesting blog posts on the topic of "People & Sustainability"
Hengst x Sustainability x Inteliam

Hengst x Sustainability x Inteliam

Sustainability in the aftermarket: Why transparent ESG standards are becoming increasingly important for wholesalers and garages

How genuine OE quality is created

How genuine OE quality is created

What constitutes genuine OE quality and why it is crucial in the aftermarket. A look behind processes, standards and quality promises.

IAM in focus: Lilia Cozma

IAM in focus: Lilia Cozma

Insights into perspectives and experiences in IAM. Lilia Cozma talks about challenges, opportunities and the future of the industry.

Using global ITGs in the aftermarket

Using global ITGs in the aftermarket

International parts groups bring structure and efficiency. Why global ITGs play a central role for growth and standardization in the aftermarket.

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