Car Parts Availability in 2021: Challenges and Solutions
We appreciate your patience during these challenging times and want to say THANK YOU! "The Biggest Supply Chain Disruption Since World War II" is causing delays and price increases in the automotive parts industry. COVID-19 shutdowns depleted the supply of car parts as manufacturing plants closed down worldwide. However, auto repair shops and parts vendors remained open as essential businesses. DIY auto repairs surged during the pandemic, leading to increased demand for parts. Consequently, we have depleted our stock of automotive parts. Skilled labor shortages in automotive manufacturing further delayed production and restocking due to unfilled manufacturing jobs and retirement of baby boomers. Raw material shortages, including steel, precious metals, microchips, chemicals, lubricants, and solvents, have contributed to limited supply…