The Impact of Parallel Imports on the Auto Parts Market
  • Author(s): Rais Agaev
  • Paper ID: 1708920
  • Page: 296-304
  • Published Date: 25-06-2025
  • Published In: Iconic Research And Engineering Journals
  • Publisher: IRE Journals
  • e-ISSN: 2456-8880
  • Volume/Issue: Volume 6 Issue 3 September-2022
Abstract

The article examines how parallel imports in the auto parts industry affect prices together with competition levels and product safety and consumer preferences. The unauthorized entry of authentic automotive goods into a country has emerged as a major concern within the automotive industry. The research investigates the ways these imports affect the relationships between authorized dealers and independent distributors and consumers. The research investigates both positive aspects for consumers such as reduced prices and expanded availability together with negative consequences including potential safety risks and warranty issues and manufacturer disengagement from local markets. The article utilizes quantitative frameworks together with case studies from multiple regions that experience parallel imports. The research evaluates different legal frameworks through an analysis of multiple jurisdictions to determine their impact on market actions and results. The research shows that parallel imports create market efficiency while supporting consumer interests at first but they also lead to negative effects on brand reputation and supply chain trust and intellectual property protection challenges. The author supports regulations which defend consumer rights while maintaining product safety standards and fair competition between market offerings. The author proposes three solutions to address parallel imports in the auto parts market including better product inspection protocols and standardized trade rules and enhanced dialogue between manufacturers and regulators.

Keywords

Parallel Imports, Auto Parts Market, Grey Market Goods, Consumer Safety, Market Competition

Citations

IRE Journals:
Rais Agaev "The Impact of Parallel Imports on the Auto Parts Market" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 6 Issue 3 2022 Page 296-304

IEEE:
Rais Agaev "The Impact of Parallel Imports on the Auto Parts Market" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 6(3)