Vehicles are staying on the road longer than ever, reshaping the automotive aftermarket. In the U.S., the average age of cars and light trucks reached 12.8 years in early 2025; in Canada, it’s about 10.5 years.

Better durability, higher prices and slower new-car sales are pushing drivers to keep their vehicles longer.
This shift fuels growth for the aftermarket: older cars need more maintenance and parts, while owners seek affordable solutions. “Value” brands and independent repair shops are seeing renewed momentum.

Aging vehicles mean rising opportunities — the older the fleet, the younger the business outlook.

Text credit : TD News Room 

Picture credit : ADOBE STOCK