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June 8, 2026 · Monday · 3 items · 3 sections
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1 Brand expansion
Chinese EV Brands Global Sales May 2026: Leapmotor Record, BYD Stabilizes

Leapmotor (Leapmotor) set a new monthly sales record, while BYD ended its streak of year-on-year declines. The data covers overseas sales performance of multiple Chinese new energy vehicle brands.

What this means for buyersThe accelerating overseas expansion of these brands into markets like the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Latin America signals growing future demand for aftermarket parts such as brake pads and chassis components.
CarNewsChina — CarNewsChina source →
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2 Data standards
ACES 5.0 and PIES 8.0 Released for Auto Parts Data Exchange

The Auto Care Association officially released the new Aftermarket Catalog Exchange Standard (ACES 5.0) and Product Information Exchange Standard (PIES 8.0) on April 2, 2026, updating reference database schemas after an industry-wide review.

What this means for buyersNorth American aftermarket distribution relies heavily on these standards for vehicle fitment and product data. Parts suppliers must update their data files to ensure seamless business connectivity.
Auto Care Association — Auto Care Association source →
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3 Regulations
US Congress Advances Right to Repair Legislation for Vehicle Data Access

On May 21, 2026, the Auto Care Association issued a statement on Congressional right to repair action, which aims to give independent repair shops equal access to vehicle diagnostic data and repair information.

What this means for buyersIf the bill progresses, it could widen opportunities for electronic and software-reliant aftermarket parts. Stalled legislation may restrict the supply of parts outside franchised dealer channels.
Auto Care Association — Auto Care Association source →
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