Jul 1, 2005 12:00 PM

United States motor vehicle aftermarket sales increased by 5.4% in 2004 to $257 billion, according to the 2005/2006 Aftermarket Factbook recently published by the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA).

Industry growth was led by the medium- and heavy-duty segment, which expanded 7.1% to $66.5 billion. The automotive light-vehicle segment rose 4.8% to $190.5 billion.

The Factbook has tables, charts, analysis, and trends in the United States and international markets covering:

• Overall size of the automotive (light-duty) aftermarket.
• Overall size of the heavy duty aftermarket.
• Key aftermarket segments.
• DIY and DIFM consumer trends.
• Vehicle registrations and sales.
• Vehicle usage statistics and operating costs.
• Miles driven.
• Purchases of aftermarket accessories.
• Sales of automotive chemicals and fluids.
• State summary statistics.
• US trade data of motor vehicle parts and accessories.
• nformation on the Chinese and Canadian aftermarkets.
• Key economic and financial indicators.
• Guide to aftermarket data resources.

The four-color Factbook is priced at $125 for AAIA members and $225 for non-members. To order, phone 301-654-6664 or order online at www.aftermarket.org. Discounts are provided for multiple copies.